text: First, multiple opinions will give more options because someone could sort out the less useful opinions. For example, Generic_Name asked Generic_Name for his opinion but instead of answering Generic_Name he went on forever about why Generic_Name shouldn't smoke. Luckily Generic_Name asked three other people so she got the help she needed. Secondly, with options someone can seek the majority. To illustrate, Generic_Name doesn't know if she would rather play soccer or lacrosse this spring so she asks her friends for their opinions. Four out of six told Generic_Name lacrosse, making lacrosse most likely the better choice because it won in majority. Also, some opinions can be used for future reference and with other problems. For instance, the advice Generic_Name gave Generic_Name, she has been able to use for multiple other issues she has had.