Data Quote by Dr Laurence J Peter
“Facts are stubborn things, but statistics are more pliable”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Unknown source, 20th century
Facts are fixed, but statistics can be manipulated, showing that data can be twisted to support different narratives.
In simple terms: Facts are fixed; statistics can be bent.
Question data critically.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political debates
- media reports
- business forecasts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify statistical claims?
- What biases affect your interpretation of data?
Statistics can mislead if underlying data is flawed.