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Data & Analytics · Intermediate

Selection Bias

Bias introduced when the way subjects or data are selected relates to the outcome being studied.

Definition

Self-selection, non-random assignment and filtering on outcomes cause selection bias. Randomization prevents it in experiments.

Exam tip

Letting users opt in to a treatment introduces self-selection bias.

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