Ch. 4
1 of 1 ·Big Number, Compared With What?
Chapter 4 · Numbers Tell Stories
Lesson 1 · Numbers in Context
Big Number, Compared With What?
Use totals, rates and denominators in context.
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A number needs a scale
Click to zoomIllustration supporting A number needs a scaleA large total may describe a large population. A percentage may hide a tiny sample. Ask for the denominator, time period and comparison before deciding whether a number is impressive.