Statistics

            Understanding statistics is important in developing critical ideas of the statistical information that re provided. This therefore involves understanding al the involved information with the ability to explain the story behind the presented data. Understanding statistics helps in creation of data awareness which plays a great role in the society in regard to data.  Data awareness implies that an individual fully understands the distinct data sources, effects on quality of data by understanding the context of the data collection. Understanding the terms used in statistics helps in ensuring that an individual is fully able to utilize terms as well as the statistical concepts appropriately. Understanding statistics is additionally significant as it helps in development of critical thoughts. This is because through the generated understanding individuals can e able to analyze and evaluate information. This helps in increasing the competence level of an individual through experience growth and increased knowledge.   The advanced skills can therefore be utilized in developing solutions to complex situations which holds no obvious solution.  Understanding statistics therefore helps in enabling an individual to interpret, analyze and communicate the generated findings effectively thus reducing the manipulation chances (Andrews & Standridge, 2011).

            The media attempts to present in order to manipulate the thoughts of the public to fit into a certain perspective. This is accomplished by presentation of overwhelming data that is effective in transforming individual’s thoughts. The media attempts this because of the growing incapability of individuals in understanding statistics.  They therefore  tries to present he statistics that is misleading to attempt and control the minds of individuals through the trust.  In order to avoid manipulation it is therefore important for individuals to understand statistics in order to be able to effectively evaluate and analyze the presented information.

 

            Reference

Andrews, R.  &  Larry A. Standridge. (2011).Understanding Statistics as a Language. Ebooklt.Com. Copyright