Practice Measurement Bias (feature Definition Bias / Proxy Bias) (1.1.3) - Advanced ML Topics & Ethical Considerations (Weeks 14)
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Measurement Bias (Feature Definition Bias / Proxy Bias)

Practice - Measurement Bias (Feature Definition Bias / Proxy Bias)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define Measurement Bias in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about how biases can emerge during model training.

Question 2 Easy

What is a Proxy Bias?

💡 Hint: Consider how indirect measures might mask real discrepancies.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is Measurement Bias?

💡 Hint: Think about how different definitions can alter data representations.

Question 2

True or False: Proxy Bias can occur even if sensitive variables are not included in the model.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how indirect associations can still influence outcomes.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a dataset that measures customer satisfaction based solely on online surveys, outline a plan to address possible Measurement Bias.

💡 Hint: Think about incorporating multiple perspectives to gather balanced data.

Challenge 2 Hard

Critically evaluate the implications of using proxy variables in AI models. How can they lead to unintended discrimination?

💡 Hint: Consider how proxies might oversimplify complex social issues.

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