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In his 1933 inaugural address, Franklin D Roosevelt declared that we had "nothing to fear but fear itself." He was probably referring to relative risk rather than absolute risk. A fascinating short video explores the difference between relative and absolute risk and why knowledge of this difference is essential.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have groups select a drug advertised on TV, and research the absolute and relative risk of the side effects warned against in the ad
Classroom Considerations
- Given the technical explanation, the video is best suited for advanced math classes
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- The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, links to related materials, and a discussion forum
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