Relative–Absolute Confusion
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Definition
Treating a relative change as if it establishes the absolute level or size of the underlying quantity.
Relative–Absolute Confusion in plain English
A large relative increase can start from a tiny baseline and remain small in absolute terms. Keep the original level visible when interpreting a percentage change.
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