It refers to statistics, and how raw data does not always provide actionable intelligence. The bed of a stream or river is often concave and not perfectly flat. at it's edges it is quite shallow, however rather deep in it's center. At it's center it may be several feet deep but only providing an average of six inches. The lack of additional details result in mistakes. For example, U.S. paratrooper in WW II that parachuted on swamps instead of prairies.
The average height of an English woman is around 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm).
The average size of a shower stall is roughly 36 inches by 36 inches, while the average size of a standard bathtub is around 60 inches in length and 30 inches in width. However, sizes can vary depending on the specific design and type of shower or bathtub.
The average hand height of a teenage male in the UK is about 7.8 inches (19.8 cm), and for a teenage female, it is around 6.8 inches (17.3 cm). The average hand width for a teenager in the UK is about 3 inches (7.7 cm) for males and 2.6 inches (6.7 cm) for females.
The average height for Irish women is around 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm).
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The phrase highlights the irony of underestimating risk; despite the stream's shallow average depth, the man drowned, suggesting that averages can be misleading. It emphasizes the importance of considering variations and extremes rather than solely relying on general statistics. This serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of complacency and the need for careful assessment in seemingly safe situations.
Average is 16 to 20 inches. 18 inches is normal.
For adult females, the average step length is about 26 inches and the average stride length is around 52 inches. For adult males, the average step length is 31 inches and the average stride is 62 inches.
The average woman's wrist is 7.5 inches.
it depends, on who's holding their head under. A 6ft man drowned in 3 inches of bathwater.
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The average computer desk is 24 inches wide, 30 inches high and 24 inches deep.
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The average envelope is a #10, having dimensions 4.125 inches by 9.5 inches. Other sizes include 6 inches by 12 inches (#16) and 3.75 inches by 6.75 inches (#7).