Do you believe in the theory of 6 degrees of seperation?

Answer 1

It is generally true. There are always exceptions to any rule, though. People in an isolated community, for example.

Answer 2

Yes. Here's an (oversimplified) analysis: If the average person knows "n" people who don't know each other, then the number of people encompassed within 6 "hops" is approximately n^6. So, in order for n^6 to equal six billion (the population of the planet):

n = (6000000000)^(1/6) = 43 (approximately)

So, if the average person knows at least 43 people who don't know each other, then it takes only 6 hops to get from any person to any other person.

Answer 3

Alright, Java Man. I concede that 6 Degrees of Separation is possible. There, are you happy?

We've proved that we could link ourselves to heads of government, virtually everyone in the entertainment industry, and some other stuff.

I'm still waiting for you to give me a real link to Joe Farmer from Middle Tennessee, though.

Answer 4

Yes. Although 6 is only an average, so maybe its 5 or 7 I haven't really paid much attention to it. Small world networks are fascinating.

Answer 5

Yes. Here is a simple way to test it (on a purely unscientific level mind you). Go on IMDb and type in an actor/actresses name, then pick another actor/actress. I bet in 6 or fewer moves you can link the two by movies they have been in with others.

Answer 6

Yes.