Statistical Bias
/ˌstætɪˈstɪkəl ˈbaɪəs/
Definitions
- (n.) Systematic error introduced into legal statistical analyses or evidence that leads to a distortion of the true outcomes or relationships.
The court scrutinized the expert witness's report for statistical bias that could invalidate the findings.
Forms
- statistical bias
- statistical biases
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Commentary
In legal contexts, identifying statistical bias is crucial in assessing the reliability of probabilistic evidence and expert testimony.
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