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Re:Why did the social prestige of science and engineering de... by awarzzkktsyfj on Saturday April 02, 2011 @12:46PM (#2400301)
Just because people are making a lot of money in finance does not mean they are smart, or would be capable working as an engineer or scientist.
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Re:Why did the social prestige of science and engineering de... by wtn on Saturday April 02, 2011 @04:17PM (#2400839)
Many of the best entry-level jobs in finance go to top engineering graduates.
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Re:Why did the social prestige of science and engineering de... by bradshaw1965 on Saturday April 02, 2011 @01:27PM (#2400413)
True. I'm simply using elite college enrollment as a proxy for "smart".
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