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May 2022
12m 56s

Correlation vs Causation

Gary Arndt | Glassbox Media
About this episode
You have probably heard the old saying that there are lies, damned lies, and statistics.  There are several reasons why statistics are often misinterpreted. One of the biggest is the confusion between the two concepts of correlation and causation.  This confusion is not only made by laypeople but also by members of the media and scientists. Learn more about ... Show More
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