10.) They are usually numbered in ascending rather than descending order.
9.) There is a misconception that a Top 10 list is backed by research, or is written by someone who is an authority on the subject.
8.) 74% of all lists utilize fabricated or false statistical statements.
7.) They lend themselves to irritating mutant variations like: “The Top 14 reasons to…”
6.) People create Top 10 lists thinking it will drive visitor traffic to their site.
5.) More often than not, there are only 2-3 good items surrounded by 7 other “filler” ones.
4.) They lack cynical sarcasm and/or dark humor.
3.) Most are written by people who are too lazy to write good content.
2.) People use them as self-serving, promotional tools.
1.) They clearly infringe upon my patent-pending “5-point Commenting System“ found at www.junkdrawerblog.com

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