Alternative Methods to Experiments in Statistics

<p>Statistics cannot provide definitive answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is unethical to force someone into a specific category</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Experiments are not always possible in statistics because it would be difficult to enforce certain conditions, such as randomly assigning people to certain groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When experiments are not possible, researchers can use other methods such as observational studies to gather data and analyze relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Randomly assigning people to be married or single would be unethical because it would involve manipulating people's personal lives without their consent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examples of characteristics that cannot be assigned in an experiment include being a twin, being a Democrat, or being a smoker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Just because experiments are not possible doesn't mean we should give up. There are alternative methods and approaches that can still provide valuable insights and answers to important questions.</p> Signup and view all the answers