Statistics are numerical data useful and expected for research presentations.Which of the following statements about the use of statistics are true:?
A) to be a credible source of support, the listener needs to know if a statistic is valid and reliable, used correctly, properly interpreted, and relevant to the point.
B) statistics used in abundance have little effect on audience fatigue.
C) visuals are essential in research presentations to facilitate understanding of statistics.
D) all of the above
E) all but "B"

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Statistics need to be valid, reliable, correctly used, and relevant to be credible (A). Visuals help in understanding statistics (C). However, using too many statistics can cause audience fatigue, making B incorrect.

Statistics Are Numerical Data Useful and Expected for Research Presentations