It technically does indeed matter, because "then" means a totally different thing in that sentence, but using "then" in that way would be an odd enough way to construct that sentence that it's blindingly obvious that they meant "than".
reply> Learning the difference isn't hard.
replyI get your frustration, and it pisses me off too, but no need to be rude to the commenter to get your point across.
What reasonable interpretation of the sentence is there if "then" is applied literally? I can only find validity using "than", and therefore the use of "then" doesn't matter as the author's intent isn't lost. That said, carrying the assumption that it does matter forward, how are you certain "then" isn't the correct interpretation of the author's intent?
replyThis is the kind of argument you should take to your 3rd grade teacher.
replyThe trouble with your plan is that nobody outside of high school debate club is going to spend time with an argument.
replyIt's not my plan.
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