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Resource ID: #2036
Subject: Fighting innumeracy: Basic math and understanding numbers to prevent the big correction
Source: Neill Borowski - CAR_Conference_2004_Cincinnati_OHNeill Borowski
Affiliation: The Indianapolis StarThe Indianapolis Star
Date: 1905-06-26

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Working with big numbers can often be unappealing to reporters for a variety of reasons, not the least of which being the fear of getting something wrong. But with a basic understanding of the math that goes into statistics, this fear can be alleviated. To that end, Maier provides a list of online resources, books and trainers to help tackle the tougher math issues journalists face. Also included is the formula for calculating percentage change.

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