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Message: <blockquote data-quote="sschind" data-source="post: 955606" data-attributes="member: 10247">This is an equal opportunity message board.  You can not mention the chance of something happening without specifically mentioning the chance of the opposite happening even though the use of the word "chance"  implies that very outcome.For example you may not say there is a chance the Packers will win the Super Bowl in 2023 without specifically saying "of course there is a chance they won't" or words to that effect. Even though by saying there is a CHANCE they will win it implies that there is a chance they won't.In other words, when stating the chance of a possible event occuring the opposite possible outcome needs to be stated with equal clarity.  Not doing so runs the risk of your comments being misinterpreted as predictions or worse, guarantees.Similarly, if you don't preface you opinions with "in my opinion" or some similar comment your statement will inevitably be taken as a statement of fact.  For example, using the same scenario as above, you must say " In my opinion the Packers will win the Super Bowl in 2023". If you don't your comment will be misconstrued as a statement of fact.  It is permissible, for brevity sake, to use IMO rather than the entire phrase.This has been a public service announcement brought to you by the committee to ensure correct interpretation of comments on internet message boards or CECICIMB</blockquote>

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