Statistic 506 Essay
Ethics and Business Statistics Integration Paper
Student: Antoinette M. Ware
Grand Canyon University: SYM 506
July 17, 2013
Abstract
This paper will delineate Christian perspectives in statistics and how a personal world view is applied to the moral and ethical practice of statistics
Ethical Principles for the Practice of Statistics Ethics gives the insight and morals to the statistical profession. It gives parameters for a finding a solution for that difficult problem. Ethical statements no matter how well intended are merely guidelines. They can apply to the problem at hand or not, but the standards are applied to foundation which gives clarity for the intended audience. The common denominator is to avoid the misinterpretation of data, which can lead to harming the sample population, clients and others [Eberstadt, 1994].
What is Truth In John 18:38 Pontius Pilate said to Jesus, “What is Truth,” This is such a profound question. This question centers on personal belief, commitment, integrity and honesty. It is the statistician’s role to provide an answer to a statistical problem and avoid personal bias which can misrepresent the facts. To paraphrase, Pontius Pilate said, “I find no fault in this man,” but due to popular opinion Jesus was sent to his execution even though the facts were there that he caused no harm to others but showed mercy and kindness. We must give an accurate portrait when we are evaluating data and coming to a conclusion of the data.
The Role of Statistician An individual has an obligation to be morally sound and cannot be corrupted by outside forces. Information given to the statistician must be used for purpose of his client, or research. They must give full disclosure to their client and the findings must be honest and they must ethically inform their client if the information is used outside the parameters of the client. The statistician must be concerned about
Student: Antoinette M. Ware
Grand Canyon University: SYM 506
July 17, 2013
Abstract
This paper will delineate Christian perspectives in statistics and how a personal world view is applied to the moral and ethical practice of statistics
Ethical Principles for the Practice of Statistics Ethics gives the insight and morals to the statistical profession. It gives parameters for a finding a solution for that difficult problem. Ethical statements no matter how well intended are merely guidelines. They can apply to the problem at hand or not, but the standards are applied to foundation which gives clarity for the intended audience. The common denominator is to avoid the misinterpretation of data, which can lead to harming the sample population, clients and others [Eberstadt, 1994].
What is Truth In John 18:38 Pontius Pilate said to Jesus, “What is Truth,” This is such a profound question. This question centers on personal belief, commitment, integrity and honesty. It is the statistician’s role to provide an answer to a statistical problem and avoid personal bias which can misrepresent the facts. To paraphrase, Pontius Pilate said, “I find no fault in this man,” but due to popular opinion Jesus was sent to his execution even though the facts were there that he caused no harm to others but showed mercy and kindness. We must give an accurate portrait when we are evaluating data and coming to a conclusion of the data.
The Role of Statistician An individual has an obligation to be morally sound and cannot be corrupted by outside forces. Information given to the statistician must be used for purpose of his client, or research. They must give full disclosure to their client and the findings must be honest and they must ethically inform their client if the information is used outside the parameters of the client. The statistician must be concerned about
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