Dunning-Kruger Effect

ignorance more frequently begets confidence than does knowledge.

evolution has its cruel ways. you’d think that would get people killed at a faster rate and select more for knowledge.
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Interestingly, this effect not only applies to those with lower abilities thinking they are better but also to experts who think they’re not exceptional. That is, the least & most skilled groups are both deficient in their ability to evaluate their skills.

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