The author discusses the difference between misinformation and disinformation, drawing a parallel between ignorance and malice. They also touch on the concept of trolling, involving provocation and narcissism. The author questions a post by a design and construction company on Facebook that seems egregiously wrong, prompting a closer look at the accuracy of the information presented. Through mathematical calculations, they debunk the concept illustrated in the post regarding the distance above the Earth and the length of arcs, ultimately concluding that the information provided is inaccurate. The clever analysis highlights the importance of fact-checking and critical thinking.
https://www.charlespetzold.com/blog/2025/01/Very-Wrong-Math.html