Quote (Kayeto @ Apr 1 2020 06:16am)
rates don't lead to actual meaningful conclusions until a the bulk of cases have been resolved and the data is tabulated. That won't happen for many months. Right now, it's largely a function of availability of tests. Depending on what criteria is used to select who gets tested, the rates are going to vary wildly.
That's why South Korea's data s so important right now. They tested early and often. They are well past their peak so the bulk of their data is in. The other countries can use that as a best case scenario.
That's why I said "on track to" validate, not "it will validate."
Quote (fender @ Apr 1 2020 06:19am)
yes, i already noticed how you moved the goal post 'adjusted your position' after i mocked you for simplistically comparing death rates on the same date. that's certainly a slightly more meaningful (although still considerably flawed) method. baby steps, i guess.
i still have to point out that it's a petty and ultimately meaningless endeavour as long as developments are still so rapid, and testing (both of active cases, but also deceased with undetermined cause of death - which is a big variable, particularly in countries where tests are scarce) and reporting methods are different.
long story short, you made a pretty big oopsie during an argument, and now you can't admit it, so you resort to #alternative facts.
Except I haven't 'adjusted my position' at all, and I challenge you to quote where I have. You're so fucking delusional.
Quote (Saucisson6000 @ Apr 1 2020 06:51am)
You are complety out of your mind. :rofl:
I guess this clearly means you realize the massive amount of deads your costly, inequalitarian, healthcare will do.
I'm guessing you have no idea what I actually said.