Warren continues: whereas in fact this is not a probability density for any A,B because it cannot be normalized.
I reply: Then it's a good thing I didn't try to normalize it :-) Warren can call it what he wants, but it's a curve that can roughly approximate the observed density of states over the range of populations. That's all I propose to use it for. When Warren makes statements like that, consider his abysmal accuracy record. Warren continues: There are, in fact, numerous reasons to focus on exponential densities in preference to all other simpleminded densities, for this prupose, and some of those reasons are explained in http://rangevoting.org/NewAppo.html . I reply: I've told why exp isn't usable for that purpose. Warrren continues: Fourth and finally, I rather object to Mike's apparent notion that it is my responsibility to find flaws in derivations he nowhere gives I reply: What? I've never said he's responsible for finding flaws. But if he claims flaws, without saying what they are, then there's no reason for anyone to believe him, especially with his demonstrated tendency for assertively and arrogantly worded errors. Mike Ossipoff ---- election-methods mailing list - see http://electorama.com/em for list info
