Steve Rader believes that the cabinetmaker's profession is important because it shows that crowdsourcing often relies on diverse, ingenious talents. This reflects the idea that innovative solutions can come from various backgrounds and professions, highlighting the value of different skills and perspectives in the crowdsourcing process.
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CoECI member Steve Rader describes a crowdsourcing contest from the 1600s, when a cabinetmaker invented a contest-winning clock that helped sailors travel from east to west. Why does Rader believe that the cabinetmaker's profession is important?
It shows that the benefits of crowdsourcing are due mostly to luck.
It shows that anyone with practical skills can contribute to crowdsourcing.
It shows that crowdsourcing often relies on diverse, ingenious talents.
It shows that people from certain professions are better at crowdsourcing.
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