👉 In mathematics, "overgeneralizes" refers to a phenomenon where an existing concept or model is extended beyond its original boundaries and becomes more general. This can happen when we introduce new variables or concepts into an existing set of data, leading to a broader range of possibilities and interpretations. For example, consider the field of econometrics, which deals with statistical analysis of economic data. We might initially focus on modeling simple linear relationships between two variables (e.g., price changes versus demand). However, as
