Demographic Statistics
/ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪk stəˈtɪs.tɪks/
Definitions
- (n.) Quantitative data relating to the characteristics of a population, such as age, race, gender, income, and education, used in legal contexts for analysis, policy making, and compliance.
Demographic statistics were crucial in evaluating the impact of the new housing law on minority communities.
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- demographic statistics
- demographic statistic
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Commentary
In legal drafting, demographic statistics must be precise and sourced to maintain evidentiary weight, often underpinning claims of discrimination or compliance assessments.
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