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How is it possible that an album can have a higher weighted rating AND # of ratings and still be lower on the charts?

April 26, 2017album charts lower possible rating ratings weighted

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How is it possible that an album can have a higher weighted rating AND # of ratings and still be lower on the charts?

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This is due to the fact that the chart algorithm is more complex than simply sorting by average weighted rating. The RYM chart algorithm takes multiple factors into account (in addition to weighting) to prevent abuse.