Verify a statistic before it is repeated
Check that a number means what it is being used to mean.
What this prompt helps you do
A verdict on the statistic covering its definition, base, sample, and whether the usage matches the measure.
When to use it
A figure from research is being quoted in decks and external material.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Check the base and the denominator; most misused statistics are technically accurate and describe something else.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.