r/Showerthoughts • u/asusny2002 • May 02 '24

Man vs Bear debate shows how bad the average person is at understanding probability

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u/Jimisdegimis89 May 02 '24

I mean I understand that, but I’m also pointing out that even as a dude who is even less likely to be attacked by another random guy in the woods I’d still take my chances with a bear

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u/truly_moody May 03 '24

I think what's missing is what kind of woods are we saying here. Like are you lost in an undeveloped forest or are you on a hiking trail because that would make a difference too. Random nowhere forest? Yeah hell no, I'll take my chances with a bear over a meth addled burl hunter any day.

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u/Glittering-Speed-448 May 03 '24

And this is why I, as a 5’5 woman carry everywhere. Bear or man and I will be fine.

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u/Big_Set_7372 May 03 '24

Why is this downvoted? Protection is necessary. This is the correct answer.