0:00
/
0:00

Paid episode

The full episode is only available to paid subscribers of Big Think

Lesson 3: The Ladder of Misinference

Distinguish between statements, facts, data, evidence, and proof. Avoid common pitfalls in interpreting data.

The journey from a simple statement to conclusive proof is fraught with potential misinterpretations, much like a game of telephone where the message morphs with each retelling even as listeners feel they’ve heard their version “clearly.” So, how can consumers of research spot any unearned inferential leaps?

According to Professor Alex Edmans, it helps t…

User's avatar

Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Big Think.