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Often statistics are used as a drunken man uses lamp posts... for

Often statistics are used as a drunken man uses lamp posts… for support rather than illumination. – Source Unknown

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Statistics may be defined as “a body of methods for making wise decisions in the face of uncertainty.” – W.A. Wallis

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Statistically, the probability of any of us being here is so small that youd think the mere fact of existing would keep us all in contented dazzlement of surprise. – Lewis Thomas

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Satan delights equally in statistics and in quoting scripture…. – H.G. Wells, The Undying Fire

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Statistics are just a way for the mathematician to evangelize his faith. – Hunter Brinkmeier

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