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NOVA•Season 19•Episode 5

Can You Believe TV Ratings?

7.4/10 · 8 votesFeb 18, 199255 min

Ranked #8 of 9 in Season 19•−0.3 vs season avg

Rating the audience for TV shows is a classic problem in statistical analysis. NOVA finds that ratings are getting more accurate but still are far from scientific.

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Episode Summary

"Can You Believe TV Ratings?" is episode 5 of NOVA season 19. It scored 7.4/10 from 8 votes, ranking #8 of 9 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on February 18, 1992.

Next: E6 · Making a Dishonest Buck Best of Season 19