Why the Non-Obvious Statistical Choice is Often the Best: An Example in Estimating Proportions- 9/8/2025

Written By Brian Smith

Using the example of estimating proportions from continuous data, this essay highlights a general lesson in statistics: the non-obvious choice is often the most effective, whether in analysis, research, or decision-making. This should not be a surprise, since the same is true in life.

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