Caltech class sizes and the "Rule of 150"

Colleges & Universities California Institute of Technology
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<p>And in a number of cases, you would be completely, laughably wrong. </p>

<p>Realize that my father and every male on that side of my family served in the military for many years, and I’ve talked to current US troops (a few of whom are my friends) about their experiences.</p>

<p>You’re wrong, Tom, and I doubt you know what you’re talking about. </p>

<p>Of course, if you have extensive ROTC experience, have visited Iraq, and/or have a lot of cousins and brothers in the military, feel free to correct me. </p>

<p>Focus</p>

<p>Everything that Gladwell surmised about a group of 150 doesn’t apply to a single Caltech graduating class that I’ve ever seen.</p>