Statistics are quoted all the time in the media. However, sometimes the media, accidentally or otherwise, can skew statistics such that they lie. In many of these cases the statistic is technically correct, but presented in a misleading manner. Skewed Statistics is series of articles, posted on Saturdays, about how different types of statistics should be used, and how they are misused.
Averages are one of the most common types of statistic used. We all probably remember being taught about the different types of averages in school: mean, median, mode, and range. But do we actually know when we should use each type?
Let's be curious and ask, 'which average should I use?'
