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Ibiblio: How to Lie With Statistics

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A real-world example of how statistics can be used to lie. In this case, it is the issue of speed limits and insurance premiums.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
data analysis
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Common Core
6.SP.A.1 7.SP.A.1