The wisdom of the crowd
If enough people answer a question then the average answer is usually correct. This is known as the wisdom of the crowd.
Here at WA we can access the wisdom of the crowd by asking questions. The first answer you get may be right or it may be wrong. But when enough people answer that question and hit the like button for answers that they believe are correct then the wisdom of the crowd should prevail.
So don't rely too heavily on the first answer you receive, just wait a while and reap the benefit of the wisdom of the crowd.
So please, friends. Even if a question has already received an answer, don't hesitate to chime in. Your perspective may be just what's needed. And if you see an answer you agree with then please hit the Like button to vote it up.
By the way, there's no such thing as a silly question.
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“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to reform (or pause and reflect).”
― Mark Twain
Teamwork is what I call it. We all have an opinion, so put them all together and end up with a greater opinion.
Good question Marion BUT
Not sure about this, I understood the majority is usually wrong.
Just saying Peter H
Quite often that's the case, Peter. But when we average out the answers we can get a fairly accurate end result. Especially here, where everyone is trying to help each other.
Hi, Marion...I usually lie low when I see a good answer being given. I never thought about the 'wisdom of the crowd'. I'll keep that in mind.
I like that phrase -- wisdom of the crowd. It's very true. Eventually you get the correct answer on here if you just wait. Thanks!
Most of the time! Especially here at WA. But don't expect it to be true everywhere. The examples I have in mind are either political, religious,loyalists, or have mental abnormalities. For instance, I wouldn't believe the answer I'd get about the need for gun ownership at an NRA convention, or unlimited driving rights at a Mothers Against Drunk Drivers meeting. Answers about internet marketing asked at WA will get you correct answers from the majority who answer. Good post!
Yup! Pick the group, pick the question. Politicians pick the answer they want, pick the question, then pick the crowd...get there right answer every time.
Well said Marion I haven't come across that concept before I must be leading a sheltered life. One of the beneficial things about WA is that we can share in the experience of all the other members that take the time to engage.
There was a documentary on TV a couple of weeks ago which demonstrated the wisdom of the crowd. It's an interesting concept and they actually proved it works in many instances.
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Thank you for your excellent blog post Marion, I hear you. It always amazes me how quickly I get a response to a question and also how variable the answer can be at times, however, there is wisdom in the crowd!
Enjoy your day.
Roy