Distorted Signal

Definition:
Decision inputs fail to represent underlying reality due to filtering or indirect sourcing.

Signal:
Key variables are based on aggregated or second-hand data.

Rule:
If inputs are indirect → verify against primary sources.

Test:
If decision inputs are indirect AND no primary validation exists → this is Distorted Signal.

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Key Difference:
Distorted Signal is a data integrity issue, while Confirmation Bias Lock is an interpretation issue.

Boundary:
If data is flawed → Distorted Signal.
If correct data is ignored → Cognitive Failure.

This crux belongs to:

→ The Decision Ledger