If you make a decision about who is good and who is not good at an early age; if you separate the talented from the untalented; and if you provide the talented with a superior experience, then you're going to end up giving a huge advantage to that small group of people born closest to the cutoff date.
In "Outliers: The Story of Success," Malcolm Gladwell discusses the implications of making early judgments about individuals based on their talent and abilities. When talent is assessed prematurely, those born just before a cutoff date may receive preferential treatment, leading to opportunities that can significantly shape their success. This policy creates an imbalance, favoring a select few rather than providing equal opportunities for all.
Gladwell argues that such practices can perpetuate inequalities by highlighting how small differences in age can translate into vastly different experiences and outcomes. The focus on early assessment not only limits the potential of those who may develop their skills later but also reinforces the idea that talent is predetermined rather than cultivated through experience and effort.
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