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Numbers Rule Your World

The Hidden Influence of Probabilities and Statistics on Everything You Do
Summary:

The book explores the pervasive role of statistics and probability in various aspects of daily life, from sports and entertainment to health and safety. It illustrates through engaging stories and examples how these mathematical concepts shape decisions, policies, and outcomes in the modern world.

Key points:

1. Statistical Paradoxes: Fung explains that our instincts about statistics can be misleading, like with Simpson's Paradox where combined data trends may not match individual group trends. It's key to interpret data correctly.

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