Quote by Rex Stout

There are two kinds of statistics, the kind you look up, and the kind you make up.

There are two kinds of statistics, the kind you look up, and

Summary

This quote humorously delineates the different types of statistics by highlighting the distinction between factual information and fabricated data. It suggests that there are legitimate statistics that can be researched and verified, while also implying that some statistics are falsely created. The quote touches on the notion that statistics can be manipulated or used deceptively to support certain narratives or agendas. Overall, it cautions against blindly accepting statistics without examining their sources and credibility.

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