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What are you doing if you succumb to "overgeneralization" when analyzing data from metrics?

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Correct Answer: AC

Overgeneralization occurs when broad conclusions are drawn from limited data. This means that the inferential leaps often extend beyond the evidence and may not be accurate. Using limited data to support broad conclusions is a classic example of overgeneralization because it assumes that findings from a small or specific dataset can be universally applied, which can lead to incorrect or misleading analysis.

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mgmferreiraOption: C
Jun 1, 2023

C. Overgeneralization. This occurs when inferences are made concerning a general data population that leads to poor conclusions; for example, extrapolating limited experiences and evidence to broad generalizations

baranikumar_vOption: C
Aug 10, 2023

C. We may, for example, predict the outcome of something based on just one instance of it: After going on a job interview and finding out we didn't get the job, we conclude we'll never get a job (overgeneralizing) and feel hopeless about our career, leading to sadness and depression

EZ2003Option: C
Jun 25, 2023

Overgeneralization happens when you assume what you are seeing in your dataset is what you would see if you looked any other dataset meant to assess the same information, despite the fact that your data is very small or sometimes it's selected subset.

kevinrytOption: C
Aug 21, 2023

By my trained gpt model

giomikeOption: C
Jan 31, 2024

Answer is C:\ Overgeneralization in data analysis occurs when conclusions or insights are drawn from a dataset that are too broad or universal, based on a limited sample or specific conditions.

BevMeOption: C
May 28, 2024

'Overgeneralization' in data analysis occurs when conclusions are extrapolated beyond the scope of the available evidence.