Misleading labels

This article by Tony McGrail examines three case studies—a bridge deemed "structurally deficient," a school rated "inadequate," and transformers misclassified by health indices.

byT. McGrail



Simplifying complex data into single-value indices can often do more harm than good. This article by Tony McGrail examines three case studies—a bridge deemed “structurally deficient,” a school rated “inadequate,” and transformers misclassified by health indices—showing how these reductions can lead to flawed conclusions and unintended outcomes. The column emphasizes the need for more comprehensive assessments to avoid critical oversights.

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