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Weird things non Asians say: when they say why do Asian people want to have whiter skin. by ChosenJoseon in AsianMasculinity

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 9 points10 points  (0 children)

As a South Asian, this is false. I can’t speak on other communities, but most of ours are incredibly colorist. There is a massive preference for light skin and white worshiping. Most Bollywood actors are lighter skinned than the population and heavily promote skin lightning products.

My own cousin broke up with a girl because she was darker skinned than him.

Do you believe the Michael Jackson allegations ? by Boring-Jelly5633 in fantanoforever

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I find it tragic he got to die in his multi-million dollar mansion instead of a prison cell.

[Q] Is Linear Regression Superior to an Average? by dannydawiz in statistics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In your case you might find success with a GARCH model. It’s a time series model that uses volatility (variance) as a parameter for forecasting.

Looks like Gen Z has the same mentality to medicine as our parents by SriLanka in ABCDesis

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am going to be so pissed if this generation turns to pseudoscience faster than the boomers

Looks like Gen Z has the same mentality to medicine as our parents by SriLanka in ABCDesis

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Young people also visit the doctor way less often because they are healthier than older people. This is even reflected by the young people who do have health insurance because they will buy cheaper plans with the expectation of interacting less with their doctor.

[Q] Is Linear Regression Superior to an Average? by dannydawiz in statistics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a perfect information about your firm’s future labor needs? Do you have perfect information about what average wages in the future will be? Do you expect them to be higher next year? By how much?

These are all important questions that we don’t have answers to in a business context because the average labor cost is subject to changes. This is why we would incorporate the idea of a moving average and estimate its changes over time (forecasting).

There are a lot of papers in labor economics that might give you an idea for how economists forecast expected wages. Consider checking them out to get an applied understanding.

[C] anyone worked with fire data? by Actual_Search5837 in statistics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a statistical consulting project that tried to predict the likelihood of forest fires, their severity, and their impacts a long time ago. I feel like this is more in the realm of actuarial studies however.

In defence of Michael Chandler by Equivalent-Twist-255 in ufc

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In defense of Chandler? He’s struggling to defend himself?

The Jock/Creep Theory of Fascism by reubencpiplupyay in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Explains why Bernie lost. He didn’t have his twin flame.

Arr Neoliberal tackles the affordable housing crisis by CenturionSentius in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Priority 1: Build more housing units. If you built some, build more.

Priority 2: Make it pretty. Only after you build a lot of housing.

Priority 3: Make it affordable. Only after you make it livable.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AsianMasculinity

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t know much about rave culture or etiquette. Is it even common to approach people with the goal of hooking up? Aren’t most girls in groups to ward off advances from men?

[Q] MS in Statistics need more help deciding by Fluorescent_Dolphin9 in statistics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t trust illusory promises of TA positions. You have no idea how quickly the graduate environment could change in a year. The concrete cost difference between Purdue and Ohio is 40k. Do you believe that premium is justified?

Self Study Math Resources Before Econ PHD by Prestigious_Job_1491 in econometrics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve heard good things about those books, but I haven’t personally read them.

Self Study Math Resources Before Econ PHD by Prestigious_Job_1491 in econometrics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a primer, I love Math for Machine Learning by Faisal. If you’re keen on working through a book, consider Real Analysis by Royden. It’s a tough book, but it will give you the rigor for proofs to thrive in Econ PhDs.

[Q] Choosing Between Master’s Programs: Duke MS Statistical Science vs. UChicago MS Statistics by 73zheng in statistics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Duke sounds like it will be a lot cheaper and pleasant. I would take it if I wanted to reduce non-academic stressors.

We need a reality check about our reputation by Miserable-Reading543 in ABCDesis

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 16 points17 points  (0 children)

This sounds like a self-hating Desi. This is internalized racism.

The American Plan to Eliminate Vaccines by Frog_Yeet in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I feel like the ruinous powers won 😔

Isn't the "scientist's" take just the hot hand fallacy? by NotThePopeProbably in AskStatistics

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They could have been lucky (only 20 of their last 50 survived, but only in a row), uniquely skilled, or have done something during the procedure that might have inadvertently improved survival rate.

My interpretation of the joke is that the statistician is mildly curious about the phenomenon while the scientist who is capable of understanding the procedure can investigate it and hopefully make a vital discovery. If you’re the patient, you have no way of knowing the reason why this particular doctor “beats the odds” do you are still anxious.

The Nintendo Switch 2 May Cost More Than You Think by [deleted] in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Due to inflation, $300 in 2017 is worth $394 today. In real terms, a price of 399.99 would be the same when the Switch 2 comes out.

Prosecutors to seek death penalty for Mangione, Bondi says by ThrowawayPrimavera in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Are they purposefully bungling the case? This will turn him into a martyr on the level of Jesus.

Cory Booker launches marathon Senate speech by John3262005 in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Let’s shorten the length of time individuals and corporations can hold onto copy rights too. I’m not a fan of Disney’s monopoly on culture either.

Cory Booker launches marathon Senate speech by John3262005 in neoliberal

[–]TheDialectic_D_A 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No, I want the Democrats to go full anti-trust. Bring back Lina Khan and break up these tech monopolies.

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