People with poor numerical literacy 'more susceptible' to Covid-19 'fake news'

Cambridge University study also suggests older people less likely to believe coronavirus misinformation

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People with poor numerical literacy are more likely to believe Covid-19 misinformation, according to a survey conducted in five countries.

Researchers at Cambridge University said the findings suggested improving people's analytical skills could help turn the tide against an epidemic of fake news" surrounding the health crisis.