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"The simpler you make it the more that will but the simpler it is the less useful it becomes"

Is there any data to support this point. Intuitively it feels that simple system would lead to higher number of reviews and consequently paint a more accurate picture of reality.



Intuitively it feels that simple system would lead to higher number of reviews and consequently paint a more accurate picture of reality.

It may lead to a higher number of snitty reviews, as in "I gave this restaurant 1 star because I went there for my friends birthday and she was depressed at getting oder." Or, "This book gets 1 star because UPS delivered it while I was not home and they left it in the rain."




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