Set 5: Command of Evidence (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Survivorship bias leads to skewed conclusions. We hear of successful entrepreneurs who dropped out; we don't hear of the many dropouts who failed. This creates the illusion that dropping out causes success.
What does survivorship bias cause?
Detailed Explanation
This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'We don't hear of the many... who failed.' The best evidence directly and explicitly supports the stated claim without requiring assumptions. Match specific textual details or data points to the claim being made. The correct answer provides clear, direct support. Strong evidence directly addresses the claim without requiring additional interpretation. When evaluating options, look for quotes or data that explicitly support the statement. Weak evidence may be tangentially related but doesn't provide direct proof.
Key Evidence:
• "Survivorship bias leads to skewed conclusions"
• "We hear of successful entrepreneurs who dropped out; we don't hear of the many dropouts who failed"
Why others are wrong: A (This option is incorrect.), B (This option is incorrect.), D (This option is incorrect.).