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> Statistically reliable, in what sense? Let's just say that if astrology was reliable, people would follow their horoscopes.
by knallfrosch 2y ago
> Statistically reliable, in what sense?
Let's just say that if astrology was reliable, people would follow their horoscopes.
- tgv 2y agoAstrology has a great test-retest reliability. Every time someone tests your sign, the same answer comes out. That's what it means. Same for personality inventories: people's replies don't vary much over time. As astrology shows, that doesn't mean you can draw conclusions.
- bitwize 2y agoBut star sign doesn't really correlate with personality traits. People with similar horoscopes can have vastly different personalities. People with similar Big 5 scores have similar personalities.