Information: Use in society

You have probably heard of the term the information age. It describes how modern society depends on information as a resource. People rely on information to make decisions and recommendations in many fields, including politics, economics, environment and entertainment.

This chapter will show how people and organizations use statistical information. Without reliable information, people can make poor decisions that sometimes result in serious consequences.



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