Pennsylvania Data Literacy

Which relationship involving Pennsylvania statistical data is correctly stated?

• Nuanced historical interpretations are best reduced to simple true-or-false claims.
• A population estimate is not the same thing as a decennial census count.
• Primary sources are unnecessary when official data are available.
• Different Census vintages can be mixed freely without affecting comparisons.

Which idea about Pennsylvania statistical data is most accurate?

• When comparing population across cities, the same Census vintage should be used for every city.
• A published ranking remains accurate indefinitely.
• Any disagreement between two datasets proves that one source is wrong.
• Changing statistics do not need dates if the state name is given.

What should a student understand about Pennsylvania statistical data?

• Changing statistics should include a date or reference period.
• Nuanced historical interpretations are best reduced to simple true-or-false claims.
• Different Census vintages can be mixed freely without affecting comparisons.
• A published ranking remains accurate indefinitely.