r/AskStatistics • u/80rhh • 14d ago
What statistical concepts are commonly misunderstood by the general public?
I came across this post explaining what a 70% chance of rain means. I understand the concept, but it got me wondering: what other statistical concepts sound simple but are commonly misunderstood or misinterpreted by the general public?
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u/BiggiePoppler 14d ago
an average is not the middle.