1. A statistical measure or estimate that systematically deviates from the true population parameter due to flawed methodology, data collection, or analysis
The survey produced a biased statistic because it only sampled people from wealthy neighborhoods.
A pesquisa produziu uma estatística tendenciosa porque amostrou apenas pessoas de bairros ricos.
2. A numerical result that favors one outcome or conclusion over others due to prejudicial factors in data gathering or interpretation
The biased statistic overestimated the drug's effectiveness by excluding patients with adverse reactions.
A estatística tendenciosa superestimou a eficácia do medicamento ao excluir pacientes com reações adversas.