Unusual Statistical Anomalies

Today's Featured Anomaly:

There is a 1 in 4 chance that a chicken has flown the coop.

Don't worry, it's not as unlikely as it sounds. See more statistics on chickens on the run.

Other Notable Anomalies:

• 1 in 7 socks go missing in the wash.
• 1 in 12 petitions are actually signed by real people.
• 1 in 15 sentences contain the word "serendipity".