The phrase "misleading results" means information or conclusions that can lead a person to believe something that is not accurate or true. Full definition
Such a randomized controlled trial is considered less likely to produce misleading results than observational studies, in which volunteers eat whatever they choose. (scientificamerican.com)
We present evidence that this commonly used methodology can lead to artifacts and misleading results if significant changes in the wet - day frequency are not accounted for. (pacificclimate.org)
The markets of the 1990s or 1980s were very different from today, so their price data can cause misleading results. (financial-hacker.com)