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1. Structural Weight (wc)

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   The primary paradox associated with high $Wc$ is the Inverse Utility Fluctuation. Concepts with extremely high Structural Weight frequently demonstrate an inverse relationship between their established inertia and their continued functional relevance. That is, the more difficult a concept is to remove from the system (high $Wc$), the less frequently it is required for contemporary problem-solving. This leads to the phenomenon of "Paleo-Mandates," regulations or definitions maintained purely because the administrative overhead o…