Letter: People in Important Positions Must Use Statistics & Data Carefully
Community member David Clark, an independent research consultant, shares examples of City officials playing fast and loose with statistical figures.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
We have a critical thinking and basic statistical illiteracy skills crisis. What is worrying is that people in important positions are making these errors.
Let me explain.
Just a few days ago, I noticed a job posting for a position with the Owen Sound Police Services (Inspector), wherein was the following: …
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