A "rubber baseline" occurs when, in an effort to disguise poor performance, the baseline changes to constantly match results.

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A "rubber baseline" refers to the practice of adjusting the baseline or standard of comparison in such a way that it always aligns with the current performance, effectively masking any poor results or failures to meet original targets. This can be used to give the appearance of success or stability when in reality the performance may be lacking.

A "Rubber Baseline" Occurs When, in an Effort to Disguise