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In sum, we present in this article as an exploration into why people
tend to hold overly optimistic and miscalibrated views about
themselves.  We propose that those with limited knowledge in a domain
suffer a dual burden: Not only do they reach mistaken conclusions and
make regrettable errors, but their incompetence robs them of the
ability to realize it.  Although we feel we have done a competent job
in making a strong case for this analysis, studying it empirically,
and drawing out relevant implications, our thesis leaves us with one
haunting worry that we cannot vanquish.  That worry is that this
article may contain faulty logic, methodological errors, or poor
communication.  Let us assure our readers that to the extent this
article is imperfect, it is not a sin we have committed knowingly.
		-- Justin Kruger and David Dunning, "Unskilled and
		   Unaware of It: How Difficulties in Recognizing
		   One's Own Incompetence Lead to Inflated
		   Self-Assessments." 
		   http://www.apa.org/journals/psp/psp7761121.html

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