Posted by SLS on October 29, 2004, at 8:07:13
In reply to Re: Lou's views-C, posted by Lou Pilder on October 29, 2004, at 7:44:28
> Friends,
> Another reason that I see that others here would want requts for determination restricted is that there is something about the number 3 involved. I fail to understand the reasoning, if any, behind the number 3.
> I am requesting that those that are advocating a "three" rule, to explain their reasoning concerning that and perhaps answer the following:
> A. Why not 4?
> B. Why not 5?
> C. Why not 10?
> D. Why not 2?
> E. Why not 0?
> Lou
Symmetry. It is a nice number to complement the 3 consecutive post rule. The rationale for choosing the number 3 in the consecutive post rule has been discussed previously and is supported by data regarding posting habits.
- Scott
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