Types of Evidence

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What is expert opinion?

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An expert opinion is a statement or belief about a subject made by someone who has specialized knowledge or expertise in that area.

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What is a comparison?

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A comparison is a statement that shows how two or more things are similar or different.

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What is a statistic?

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A statistic is a numerical fact or piece of data that represents information about a group or phenomenon.

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What is a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false based on evidence.

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How does Dr. Sylvia Earle's statement about sharks exemplify expert opinion?

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Dr. Sylvia Earle's statement reflects her specialized knowledge as a marine biologist, indicating that her views on sharks are based on her expertise.

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Give an example of a comparison in nature.

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An example of a comparison in nature is stating that a blue whale is larger than a school bus.

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What is the difference between a fact and a statistic?

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A fact is a true statement, while a statistic is a specific type of fact that involves numerical data.

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Why are statistics important in understanding risks?

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Statistics help quantify risks by providing numerical data that can be analyzed to understand the likelihood of events.

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What does it mean to say that people are 47 times more likely to die from a lightning strike than a shark bite?

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This statement uses a statistic to compare the relative risks of two different events.

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How can personal experience influence opinions about sharks?

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Personal experiences, such as encountering a shark while swimming, can shape an individual's feelings and beliefs about sharks.