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Question
If a set of data points are very close to each other but far from the true value, the data is:
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Precision refers to the reproducibility of measurements (how close they are to each other). Accuracy refers to how close a measurement is to the true value. If they are close to each other but far from the true value, they are precise but not accurate.
Hint
Think of a dartboard: all darts close together but off-center.