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662: Daniel J. Levitin | How to Think Critically in the Post-Truth Era

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Decoding Correlation and Misleading Data

This chapter examines the critical distinction between correlation and causation, particularly regarding vaccinations and autism, while exploring emotional motivations behind beliefs. It emphasizes the importance of empirical evidence, critical thinking, and the potential for misleading data representations in both health and financial contexts. Additionally, it addresses the psychological barriers to understanding complex data and the common pitfalls of misinterpreting graphs and charts.

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