A useful metaphor for presenting information honestly is evident in how truth is defined in the American justice system by emphasizing three aspects: (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘truth’
Measurements and the truth
Thursday, June 7th, 2012Honest precision and communicating with clarity
Friday, June 1st, 2012When a person is selling a product or an idea, it is natural to present a positive bias that reflects well on their perspective. While the best scientists, teachers, and judges may epitomize some of the exceptions to this statement, there are still enough counter-examples that we must be wary of the natural bias of our human nature. We all need to remember that rose-colored glasses are built into human reasoning and communications.
Presenting quantified data
Monday, October 31st, 2011A useful metaphor for presenting information honestly is evident in how truth is defined in the American justice system by emphasizing three aspects: (more…)















































