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GLD223
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Is this a coincidence that this looks like a Gaussian?
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In summary, the discussion revolves around the observation of a shape resembling a Gaussian distribution in a certain context, questioning whether this resemblance is merely coincidental or indicative of underlying patterns or phenomena. The analysis prompts consideration of statistical principles and the significance of Gaussian-like appearances in various datasets or situations.
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Baluncore
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Welcome to PF.
Yes, it is a coincidence.
It looks like moisture is wicking through the render, with a mould or algae growing there.
Is this the cool, shaded side of the building?
What city?
Yes, it is a coincidence.
It looks like moisture is wicking through the render, with a mould or algae growing there.
Is this the cool, shaded side of the building?
What city?
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sophiecentaur
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Nearly every natural relationship between variables (within some arbitrary range) either looks linear, quadratic, exponential, sinusoidal or gaussian. Change the scales of the x and y axes an you can get a 'convincing fit' (good enough, often to convince a jury).GLD223 said:
Don't blame the Scientist who starts off with one of those curves when trying to work out the theory; it's always a good first step.
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Haborix
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I made a habit out of annoying my experimentalist friends by asking them "Is that a Gaussian?!" every time they were looking at data.
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Hornbein
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It's not a Gaussian. Too pointy.
I once saw a Gaussian when snowflakes leaked through a slot onto a narrow ledge.
I once saw a Gaussian when snowflakes leaked through a slot onto a narrow ledge.
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Too kurtotic to be Gaussian