A research question states what evidence could answer it.
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A proxy measure captures part of a concept, not the whole concept.
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A sample can be large and still be selected in a biased way.
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A mean and median can describe different features of skewed data.
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An observed association does not by itself explain a cause.
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A source citation should lead to the original record.
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Interpretation is a step beyond observation.
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A system boundary is chosen for a question and time horizon.
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A stock accumulates; a flow changes that stock over time.
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A feedback loop is a relationship to investigate.
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Delays can change how a system responds.
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A chart needs labels, units, date and source context.
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Missing data can change who a result describes.
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Evidence can support a narrower claim than a headline suggests.
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An illustrative scenario is not a real-world forecast.
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AI output needs claim-by-claim checking.
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Accessibility needs manual and technical review.
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A useful comparison defines the outcome and comparison group.
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An uncertainty statement is part of clear communication.
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A limitation helps readers understand where a result may not travel.
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