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Product Information for "Bad Data: How Governments, Politicians and the Rest of Us Get Misled by Numbers" by Georgina Sturge:
- Publisher: The Bridge Street Press
- Language: English
- Paperback: 288 pages
- ISBN-10: 0349128626
- ISBN-13: 978-0349128627
- Item Weight: 380 g
- Dimensions: 16 x 2.4 x 23.4 cm
"Bad Data: How Governments, Politicians and the Rest of Us Get Misled by Numbers" takes readers on a revealing journey into the world of statistics and data, showing that not all statistics are as solid and reliable as they may seem. The book is authored by Georgina Sturge, a statistician with experience in the House of Commons Library.
Behind the scenes, official data is often found to be patchy, inconsistent, and filled with guesswork and uncertainty. This book sheds light on the challenges and complexities involved in collecting and interpreting data, and how such data plays a significant role in shaping policy decisions.
Readers will learn about instances where governments have been led astray by inaccurate or flawed data, and how even seemingly straightforward measurements can be fraught with difficulties. The book delves into real-world examples, such as migration statistics and poverty measurements, where different interpretations of the same data can lead to conflicting conclusions.
"Bad Data" also explores how policies based on shaky data, such as ID cards, super-casinos, and efforts to reduce recidivism among ex-convicts, have failed to deliver on their promises.
Georgina Sturge's book is an eye-opening exploration of the challenges and pitfalls associated with data collection and analysis. It highlights the importance of critical thinking and skepticism when evaluating statistics and their impact on policy decisions. "Bad Data" is a valuable read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of data in the modern world.
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