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Anomaly-Based Conspiracy Theories
- Some conspiracy theories focus on anomalies in narratives, like Oswald's impossible shot or the pyramids' advanced construction.
- These theories highlight different evidence processing styles, where compelling anomalies outweigh established narratives.
Pyramid Latitude Anomaly
- Scott Alexander uses the example of the Great Pyramid's latitude matching the speed of light as a conspiracy theory based on an anomaly.
- This theory is used to illustrate how a single, quantifiable fact can outweigh a large body of historical and archaeological evidence.
Secondary Conspiracy
- The "conspiracy" aspect is often secondary, serving to explain away conflicting evidence rather than being the primary focus.
- Conspiracy theorists may not be inherently invested in the conspiracy itself, but rather in upholding their interpretation of specific facts.