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Drawing on OECD statistics in particular this publication shows readers how to use statistics to understand the world economy. It gives an overview of the history, key concepts and the main providers of economic statistics. A detailed chapter provides a comprehensive picture of the main statistical activities of the OECD. Finally, the book explores the crucial issue of quality assurance and the implications for public trust. The chapters are as follows: The demand for economic statistics; Basic concepts, definitions and classifications; The main producers of economic statistics; An overview of OECD economic statistics; Assessing the quality of economic statistics.