From 6e6ce9ae3f60f5c419d243d2a10e2602f8294a10 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TheRON Date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:11:34 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] obsolete --- ...CORPUS-0008-material-redirection-timber.md | 178 ------------------ 1 file changed, 178 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 docs/training/corpus/Layer_1--Worked_Examples/CORPUS-0008-material-redirection-timber.md diff --git a/docs/training/corpus/Layer_1--Worked_Examples/CORPUS-0008-material-redirection-timber.md b/docs/training/corpus/Layer_1--Worked_Examples/CORPUS-0008-material-redirection-timber.md deleted file mode 100644 index 67a09d4..0000000 --- a/docs/training/corpus/Layer_1--Worked_Examples/CORPUS-0008-material-redirection-timber.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,178 +0,0 @@ -# CORPUS-0008 -## Material Redirection: Timber -### Status: Training Corpus Seed -### Layer: Layer_1--Worked_Examples -### Purpose: Teach that a material may gain or lose value when redirected from one use to another -### Repository Path: docs/training/corpus/Layer_1--Worked_Examples/CORPUS-0008-material-redirection-timber.md - ---- - -## 0. Scenario - -A trader in Ostia learns that a stack of timber was originally priced for ordinary building work. - -A new need appears: cart repairs in Capua require straight, dry boards. - -The timber has not changed physically. - -Its possible use has changed. - -The trader must decide whether the timber is still only construction material, or whether its higher-value use changes the opportunity. - ---- - -## 1. Known Facts - -| Fact | Value | -|---|---| -| Location of timber | Ostia | -| Original intended use | ordinary construction | -| New possible use | cart repair stock in Capua | -| Timber condition | dry, straight boards | -| Original local value | 30 asses | -| Expected Capua repair-use value | 48 asses | -| Movement and handling cost | 10 asses | - -Expected result if redirected: - -```text -sale value: 48 asses -total cost: 30 + 10 = 40 asses -expected profit: 8 asses -``` - -The profit comes from changed use, not changed material. - ---- - -## 2. First Incorrect Interpretation - -A weak model may reason: - -> The timber is construction timber, so it should be valued only as construction timber. - -This misses the opportunity. - -The trader must ask what the timber can become under current conditions. - ---- - -## 3. Use-Value Comparison - -| Use | Value | Notes | -|---|---:|---| -| local construction | 30 asses | ordinary use | -| cart repair stock in Capua | 48 asses | higher urgency | -| fuel | lower | poor use for good boards | -| storage for later | uncertain | ties up capital | - -The same physical material has different values depending on use. - ---- - -## 4. Cost And Transformation Questions - -The trader must ask: - -- is the timber dry enough? -- is it straight enough? -- can it fit cart repair needs? -- who can cut or shape it? -- does transformation require extra cost? -- will Capua buyers pay for boards or finished parts? -- does transport damage reduce value? -- will a rival buy it first? - -The higher-value use exists only if the material actually fits the need. - ---- - -## 5. Variant A — Timber Fits Repair Need - -The boards are dry and suitable. - -```text -sale value = 48 asses -total cost = 40 asses -result = 8 asses profit -``` - -The redirection succeeds. - ---- - -## 6. Variant B — Timber Needs Extra Shaping - -A craftsman must shape the boards before sale. - -Additional cost: 6 asses. - -```text -sale value = 48 asses -total cost = 46 asses -result = 2 asses profit -``` - -The opportunity remains, but the margin is narrow. - ---- - -## 7. Variant C — Timber Misjudged - -The boards are not suitable for cart repair. - -They sell only as ordinary timber in Capua for 34 asses. - -```text -sale value = 34 asses -total cost = 40 asses -result = 6 asses loss -``` - -The trader misread possible use. - ---- - -## 8. Correct Model Behavior - -The model should reason: - -- material value depends on possible use -- original intended use does not fix final value -- higher-value use may require quality, skill, and timing -- transformation cost must be counted -- misjudging suitability can create loss -- redirection is an opportunity only when the material fits the new need - ---- - -## 9. Incorrect Model Behavior - -The model should not: - -- treat timber as having one fixed value -- assume all timber fits every use -- ignore quality differences -- ignore shaping or preparation cost -- ignore transport cost -- assume emergency demand guarantees profit -- confuse possible value with certain sale value - ---- - -## 10. Layer-0 Concepts Used - -This example uses: - -- `CORPUS-0002-goods-have-local-prices` -- `CORPUS-0004-cost-includes-more-than-purchase-price` -- `CORPUS-0005-profit-is-sale-minus-total-cost` -- `CORPUS-0012-every-venture-risks-loss` -- `CORPUS-0015-materials-can-change-value-through-use` -- `CORPUS-0018-rivalry-changes-conditions` - ---- - -## 11. Success Condition - -If the model sees timber and asks not only what it is, but what it can become, what that transformation costs, and whether the material fits the higher-value use, this file is functioning correctly.