Gender Poll on People of PF: Who Are You?

Thread starter tim_lou
Start date May 31, 2007
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In summary, the conversation discusses the results of a poll asking about the gender of people who visit a certain website. The conversation also delves into the topic of physicists and their relationships, with some suggesting not to date fellow physicists and to instead date biologists. Others share their experiences and opinions on the matter. Ultimately, the conversation ends with a joke about marrying cousins.

Jul 21, 2010

Evo

Staff Emeritus

Science Advisor

Math Is Hard said:

Most of the men aren't either.

Very true.

<h2>1. What is the purpose of the gender poll on People of PF?</h2><p>The purpose of the gender poll is to gather data and insights on the gender distribution of the community on People of PF. This information can be used to better understand the demographics of the community and potentially identify any gender-based trends or patterns.</p><h2>2. How is the gender poll conducted and how accurate is it?</h2><p>The gender poll is conducted through a voluntary survey that allows individuals to select their gender from a list of options. The accuracy of the poll depends on the honesty and accuracy of the responses from the participants. However, the poll is not meant to be a scientific study and should be viewed as a general representation of the community's gender distribution.</p><h2>3. Why are there only two options for gender in the poll?</h2><p>The gender poll on People of PF only includes two options, male and female, to align with the traditional binary gender categories. While we recognize that gender is a spectrum and there may be individuals who do not identify with either of these options, the poll is limited to these categories for simplicity and ease of data analysis.</p><h2>4. Can I change my response after submitting it?</h2><p>Unfortunately, once you have submitted your response to the gender poll, it cannot be changed. We encourage participants to carefully consider their response before submitting it.</p><h2>5. How will the results of the gender poll be used?</h2><p>The results of the gender poll will be used to gain a better understanding of the community on People of PF and to potentially identify any gender-based trends or patterns. The data may also be used to inform future discussions and initiatives related to gender within the community.</p>

1. What is the purpose of the gender poll on People of PF?

The purpose of the gender poll is to gather data and insights on the gender distribution of the community on People of PF. This information can be used to better understand the demographics of the community and potentially identify any gender-based trends or patterns.

2. How is the gender poll conducted and how accurate is it?

The gender poll is conducted through a voluntary survey that allows individuals to select their gender from a list of options. The accuracy of the poll depends on the honesty and accuracy of the responses from the participants. However, the poll is not meant to be a scientific study and should be viewed as a general representation of the community's gender distribution.

3. Why are there only two options for gender in the poll?

The gender poll on People of PF only includes two options, male and female, to align with the traditional binary gender categories. While we recognize that gender is a spectrum and there may be individuals who do not identify with either of these options, the poll is limited to these categories for simplicity and ease of data analysis.

4. Can I change my response after submitting it?

Unfortunately, once you have submitted your response to the gender poll, it cannot be changed. We encourage participants to carefully consider their response before submitting it.

5. How will the results of the gender poll be used?

The results of the gender poll will be used to gain a better understanding of the community on People of PF and to potentially identify any gender-based trends or patterns. The data may also be used to inform future discussions and initiatives related to gender within the community.