Tuesday, August 17, 2010

You Don't Need Data to Prove Some Things

Good statisticians never use statistics to prove something we already know to be true. Using them to prove something that is intuitive is a massive waste of resources and time, no matter how entertaining the subject. This study (HT: John) clearly falls into this category. While not related to football, it earns my "BS Stat of the Day" award in the "You're Kidding!?!?!" category.

PS - I hope guys understand the natural end game of such decision making. C'mon, haven't you guys watched enough horror/reality movies to know where this all leads?

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