On Sep 23, 2008, at 10:37 PM, Robert J. Hansen wrote:
Kevin Hilton wrote:
Now that the algorithm has been changed for picking preferred
algorithms, can someone please explain how the new algorithm works if
the personal preferences are omitted?
Borda counting.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borda_count
This is true (the algorithm I used to pick the algorithm is similar to
a Borda count), but note that you don't need to know that to use it.
Unless you're curious about the math behind the choice, it is equally
correct to say "it picks the most popular algorithm that all of the
recipients can support".
David
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