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Statistics and Empirical Research

In: Applied Statistics and Multivariate Data Analysis for Business and Economics

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  • Thomas Cleff

    (Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences)

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This text explores the dual nature of statistics as both a powerful tool for generating knowledge and a potential source of misleading or false conclusions. It addresses the common skepticism surrounding statistical methods by discussing their essential role in various fields, including economics, business, and empirical research. The text highlights the importance of understanding the proper use of statistics, differentiating between valid statistical analysis and pseudo-statistics, and recognizing the limitations and potential manipulations that can occur. Through historical context, the development of statistical methods is traced, and the text outlines the fundamental phases of empirical research, emphasizing the critical role of both descriptive and inductive statistics in knowledge generation and decision-making.

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  • Thomas Cleff, 2025. "Statistics and Empirical Research," Springer Texts in Business and Economics, in: Applied Statistics and Multivariate Data Analysis for Business and Economics, edition 0, chapter 0, pages 1-15, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sptchp:978-3-031-78070-7_1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-78070-7_1
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