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The Indicator from Planet Money

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Bayesian Insights and Generalist Thinking

This chapter explores the principles of Bayesian statistics in contrast to frequentist methods, using relatable examples like COVID test results to illustrate the importance of context in data interpretation. It also introduces the book 'Range,' promoting the value of generalist skills over narrow specialization for success.

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