Flaws in the theory of averages from "summary" of End of Average by Todd Rose
The theory of averages has long been accepted as a fundamental way to understand and analyze data. It assumes that by taking measurements of a group and calculating the average, we can gain valuable insights into the characteristics of that group. However, this approach overlooks the fact that individuals within a group are not all the same. Each person is unique in their own right, with different strengths, weaknesses, and attributes. When we rely solely on averages, we ignore the diversity and complexity of human beings. This leads to a narrow and limited view of individuality, as we try to fit everyone into a standardized mold based on the mean. In reality, there is no such thing as an "average person" – each of us is a complex combination of traits and experiences that cannot be a...
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