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by sssbc 4502 days ago
So?

Even if title quote is true, what percentage of the population needs to know this (to live better, work better, act in some different fashion)? 5%? 1%? less?

In other words, it is knowledge of trivia for most people. Perfectly fine, if you go in for that sort of thing (and I do), but why look down your nose at those who don't?

Of course, knowing the scientific method can change how you act, but so can understanding lots of things. Finite time and attention. Or be a hater.