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Data Analysis Handbook

Data Analysis Handbook

This printable handbook explains eight common mistakes people make when collecting and interpreting data. Each section gives a clear definition with examples. Recognizing and avoiding these mistakes helps us critically evaluate the information we encounter.

  1. Selection Bias
  2. Regression to the Mean
  3. Correlation and Causation...
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Keywords:
data analysis, statistical reasoning, selection bias, critical thinking, Simpson’s paradox, misleading statistics, survivorship bias, data literacy, statistics, base rate fallacy, correlation and causation
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Material Type:
Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:
June 6, 2026
Date Modified in MERLOT:
June 6, 2026
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Submitter:
Stephanie Simoes
Primary Audience:
High School, College General Ed, College Upper Division
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PDF, Website
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Language:
English
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No
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Yes
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Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International

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