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This one's interesting, but the x-axis could be a little confusing for some.
Source; Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster.And what exactly is wrong with an "ad hominem" argument? Dodgy Agent, 16-5-2014 -
Gold and GBP are both things that measure value, so comparison is like for like.
In your example you use unrelated items and also use typical statistical trick to start axis at higher value in order to show more dramatic change.Comment
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Excellent news for a prospective property buyer like yourself AtW.Originally posted by AtW View Post
Now, please tell us, how many bars of gold do you own to buy this magnificent property with?
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Why is gold valuable?Science isn't about why, it's about why not. You ask: why is so much of our science dangerous? I say: why not marry safe science if you love it so much. In fact, why not invent a special safety door that won't hit you in the butt on the way out, because you are fired. - Cave JohnsonComment
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Sod property. I've found some gold bars that get a man all the favours he can want.Originally posted by DimPrawn View PostNow, please tell us, how many bars of gold do you own to buy this magnificent property with?
And what exactly is wrong with an "ad hominem" argument? Dodgy Agent, 16-5-2014Comment
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It's shiny. Also heavy.Originally posted by gingerjedi View Post
Heavy is good, heavy is reliable. If it doesn't work you can always hit them with it.
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Yes, gold is a good investment but I've got better...Originally posted by DimPrawn View PostComment
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Because it is extremely rare, can't be created from thin air, does not degrade over time and is traded and accepted as a store of wealth around the globe. Romans, Greeks and Egyptians traded it 1000's of years ago for the same reason.Originally posted by gingerjedi View Post
Land has the same characteristics as do rare cars, paintings etc.
Think of two people 200 years ago.
One has a ten pound note and the other a bar of gold or 10 acres of land or a Monet.
Which one now is the wealthiest?Comment
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Because the newly rich don't appreciate the subtle, understated elegance of silver or stainless steel.Originally posted by gingerjedi View PostAnd what exactly is wrong with an "ad hominem" argument? Dodgy Agent, 16-5-2014Comment
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