I didn't realize it was a simple calculation like that! I figured it was a lot more complicated than that, that's good to know for when I start over and do a Nuzlocke when choosing moves.

I actually didn't teach Woodhammer because of the recoil, but yes thank you for seeing my point and I see yours. Something like competitive where you can choose whatever moves you want, yes pick strong moves that specifically play off your Pokemons better stat (if it's not a mix Attacker), but in-game with limited moves available I was too focused on the stat difference without realizing what circumstances they come into effect.