Statistics helps us make decisions based on data analysis

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Statistics in the news. (only need one paragraph)
Keep your eyes and ears open as you read or listen to the news this week. Find/discover an example of statistics in the news to discuss the following statement that represents one of the objectives of statistics analysis: "Statistics helps us make decisions based on data analysis." Briefly discuss how the news item or article meets this objective. Cite your references.

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