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Tennuchi Alan Cyril Edward
Tennuchi Alan Cyril Edward ✭✭✭
October 17, 2023 edited September 24, 2024 in General Questions

I wonder how many people who post a question actually come back and look to see if there is an answer? I think that it would be impossible to answer the "question" but it's an interesting thought.

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  • Gail Swihart Watson
    Gail Swihart Watson ✭✭✭✭✭
    October 17, 2023 edited October 17, 2023 Answer ✓

    I have notifications set up for several groups. I monitor my emails and can see when either something has received a response, someone has tagged me in a response, or a new question has been posted. I received an email notice about your question here!

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  • Julia Szent-Györgyi
    Julia Szent-Györgyi ✭✭✭✭✭
    October 17, 2023 Answer ✓

    The Community's default notifications setup is to alert you to random sneezes in every section you've so much as glanced at at any point, so I'm sure most people get notified of responses to their questions.

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  • Gail Swihart Watson
    Gail Swihart Watson ✭✭✭✭✭
    October 17, 2023

    Julia Szent-Györgyi. **** Julia! You are hysterical! You're killing me. You are the only one whose posts I can read and I succumb to a laughing fit

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  • Áine Ní Donnghaile
    Áine Ní Donnghaile ✭✭✭✭✭
    October 17, 2023

    I've had comments from people who said (paraphrasing) that they didn't know how they got here originally to post the question and had no idea how to get back to see if there was an answer.

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  • arslan82
    arslan82 ✭
    November 27, 2023


    Indeed, it's challenging to quantify how many users return to check for answers to their questions. People's engagement levels on online platforms can vary. Some actively follow up, while others may not revisit the platform or question once posted. It's a common dynamic in online communities where participants have diverse intentions and engagement styles. The open and asynchronous nature of platforms like this allows for flexibility in participation. If someone is particularly invested in getting an answer, they might set notifications or actively monitor responses. Overall, it adds an interesting layer to the dynamics of virtual interactions and information-seeking behaviors.

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  • arslan82
    arslan82 ✭
    November 27, 2023

    Indeed, determining the exact number of people who come back to check for answers to their questions is challenging. People's engagement with online platforms varies, and factors such as urgency, curiosity, or the perceived importance of the question may influence whether they return for answers. Some users actively monitor their inquiries, while others may not revisit once their question is posted. It's an intriguing aspect of online interactions, and the level of engagement often depends on individual preferences and the nature of the query. If you have further thoughts or questions on this, feel free to share!

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