Le biais
Example: Le biais dans cette étude peut fausser les résultats.
Definition
"Le biais" in research refers to a systematic error or deviation from the truth that can affect the results or conclusions of a study. It can cause the findings to be misleading or inaccurate, such as when "le biais" influences data collection or analysis.
Etymology
"Le biais" originates from Old French, where it meant an oblique or slanting line. The term evolved to describe a slant or deviation in reasoning or method, which is why in research it now means a distortion or error that causes results to lean away from the truth. Did you know? The word also appears in fencing, where "biais" refers to a diagonal movement.
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"Le biais" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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