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these examples are all exceptions. how much do the exceptions contribute to the discussion?

• anamexis 2y ago
  > how much do the exceptions contribute to the discussion? A fair amount, if the number of exceptions are such that the rule of thumb isn't useful.
  • handoflixue 2y ago
    I really don't think the 5 provided examples do much - I can't even imagine how "Katz deli in NYC" would be a useful data point at all.
  • fknorangesite 2y ago
    Do you know what "rule of thumb" means? Did you think you were being helpful?
    • anamexis 2y ago
      > Do you know what "rule of thumb" means? A broadly accurate guide or principle. If there are enough exceptions that it is not broadly accurate, it's not a good rule of thumb. > Did you think you were being helpful? By doing what?