fallacy
The Unwarranted Conclusion
Front
What is an 'unwarranted conclusion' in a study?
Back
When the data is correct, but the interpretation goes beyond what the data actually says. For example, a poll saying 'voters like Candidate A' doesn't mean 'voters will vote for Candidate A.'
Explanation
This is the 'gap' between the find (the number) and the take-away (the headline).
Source or basis: Darrell Huff, How to Lie with Statistics
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