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What does it mean?
A single test can provide as much information as many experts' opinions combined.
In plain terms
One test can be as valuable as many experts.
What can you take from it?
Rely on empirical evidence rather than just expert consensus.

Where it applies

  • making a decision
  • evaluating a product

Putting it to work

  • run experiments
  • collect data

Questions to consider

  • How much should you trust a single test?
  • When are expert opinions essential?

Another view

Tests can be flawed or misinterpreted.

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