What statement describes the occurrence of a selection bias in an analysis of data?
- It can occur when historical data is included within the parameters of the analysis.
- It can occur when there is a misinterpretation of either the question or what the data is telling you.
- It can occur when the data used is not representative of the overall population that is being investigated.
- It can occur if a prediction for one population does not hold true for another population under different circumstances.
Explanation: Selection biases result from choosing incomplete or non-representative data sets. If the data is not representative of the overall population that you are investigating or doesn’t reflect the current environment, the resulting conclusions may not be accurate.
Related exam: Module 9.3.2 Quiz - Ethics and Bias in Data
