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【TED-Ed】How statistics can be misleading - Mark Liddell
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黃于珍 posted on 2016/04/14Ever wondered how statistics can sometimes tell a twisted story? This video dives into the fascinating world of the Simpsons Paradox and lurking variables, showing you how data bias can sneak in and change everything! You'll boost your vocabulary with some advanced terms while learning to spot misleading information like a pro.
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victim
US /ˈvɪktɪm/
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UK /ˈvɪktɪm/
- Noun
- Person/thing affected by an unpleasant event
- Person feeling helpless in times of bad luck
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More divide
US /dɪˈvaɪd/
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UK /dɪ'vaɪd/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To split numbers by another number, e.g. 6 / 2 = 3
- To separate something into equal pieces
- Noun
- A separation or distinction.
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More factor
US /ˈfæktɚ/
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UK /'fæktə(r)/
- Noun
- Something that influences a result
- Transitive Verb
- To consider or include in an estimate or judgment
- To find the two numbers a number can be divided by
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More race
US /res/
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UK /reɪs/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Speed contest between people, animals or vehicles
- People who share physical features or culture
- Intransitive Verb
- To take part in a running or swimming competition
- To move or go at a very fast pace
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