See the problem with this experiment is that it is not using proper means of blinding the sample. You are in a direct conflict of interest, since you will reap some profit in the process.
The problem with your test is that how do we know a whale will even see this. Regardless, I don't think whales want to participate in this sort of "experiment" as you say. There have been many of these types of experiments, which are getting sort of old. Those of you that don't believe in Steem (besides just the payout)...that's too bad. Whales and the like (steemians) need not show any proof of anything. You are here and those who see this or any other post and see the real potential will stay.
These types of experiments are just bad. My two cents or should I say my 2/100 of a cent. :D
I agree with @daf, you're basically saying "prove it Steemit" and throwing a gif up, as though Steemit's reputation is on the line from your post. There's no "Steemit," just a community of individuals who make up the community that we identify as "Steemit". I'm really curious what you think new Steemians could learn from this, because I didn't leave here with a very fuzzy feeling.
@daf your 1.002 of a cent, because I'm with you.
I am not asking steemit to prove it. I am trying to demonstrate that even with masses upvoting you, the earnings will still be pathetic and time wasting if you are after earnings. Which means the current system is totally flawed and overly focus upon steem power.
@daf I see your point from your perspective. However from my perspective, I think this is open and transparent as my earnings can be viewed direct from my wallet. And secondly I am in no connection with any whales. All my post gathered less than $0.50 except for one. If a commoner like myself cannot see any earnings through the upvote then the same could be applied to 80% of the members. Which simply means that the voting system is flawed and overly geared towards steem power. This is the current scenario that we are seeing currently as common members.