Q1: Why are absolute numbers and percentages, when one is presented without the other, so often misleading?

Q2: Compare the mean, mode, and median. When is each one most appropriately used?

Q3: What are some steps that you can take to avoid being deceived by statistics that you encounter?

Q4: Discuss factors that might influence how a communicator, such as a newspaper reporter or a television analyst decides to present a set of statistics. Relate your answer to the textbook's reference to "backward reasoning."

A reminder that because people often associate strong feelings with their opinions, they will resort to "Backward Reasoning." They will hunt for reasons to support their strong opinions such that their conclusions determine which reasons they consider.

Q5: Provide an example of an actual current article to support your answer in (Q4). Be sure to briefly describe the example and reference it properly.