[Dearth]

Originally Posted by Aquattro

The volume of ratings on Ebay gives a statistical advantage. A private seller that only has 2 ratings could end up getting a bad overall average based on one misunderstanding or deal going sideways.
Unfortunately, just as in law, the design is to protect the innocent even if it provides an unfair advantage to the "dirty scoundrel evil doers".

Not perfect, but it's the best we have.

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