Question

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which questions should be asked when evaluating the validity of statistics?
□ are the statistics representative?
□ are statistical measures used correctly?
□ are the statistics from a reliable source?
□ are the statistics from a large enough sample?
□ are the statistics easy to understand?

Explanation:

• Representativeness ensures stats reflect the population, critical for validity.
• Correct use of statistical measures prevents flawed analysis that invalidates results.
• A reliable source reduces risk of biased or fabricated data affecting validity.
• Adequate sample size avoids skewed, unrepresentative data that undermines validity.
• Understandability does not impact whether stats are valid, only accessibility.

Answer:

A. Are the statistics representative?
B. Are statistical measures used correctly?
C. Are the statistics from a reliable source?
D. Are the statistics from a large enough sample?