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1-800-CHATGPT, World's First Fusion Power Plant, and The Magic Spell Hypothesis

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The Authority of Complexity: Unraveling the Magic Spell Hypothesis

This chapter delves into the 'magic spell hypothesis', which suggests that the complexity of legal language serves to convey authority rather than just clarity. It highlights findings from a comprehensive MIT study that analyzed legal texts and explores how perceived complexity influences the weight and effectiveness of communication.

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