Quote by Mark Twain

There are three kinds of lies: lies, d--n lies, and statistics.

There are three kinds of lies: lies, d--n lies, and statisti

Summary

This quote, commonly attributed to British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, highlights the deceptive and manipulative nature of statistics. It suggests that statistics can be presented in a way that distorts the truth or promotes false information more convincingly than outright lying. While statistics can provide valuable insights, they can also be selectively used or manipulated to support a particular narrative or agenda. Therefore, this quote serves as a warning about the potential misuse and misrepresentation of statistical data.

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