How long do you think is enough to judge a strategy

 
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Total voters: 46
 

 [x] it depends

this one is about demographic, principle is the same http://www.conceptstew.co.uk/PAGES/nsamplesize.html

The importance of n (sample size) in Statistics
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n = number in a trial or sample. The aim of statistical testing is to uncover a significant difference when it actually exists. In its simplest form this involves comparing samples between one regime and another (which may be a control). Sample size is important because The sample size is chosen to maximise the chance of uncovering a...
 

To judge strategy time wise its depend on the Strategy factors i.e :

1 - If the Strategy specified Pairs, Working Hours and Money Management, hence the results will depend on Risk/Reward % & Drawdown% which in my opinion take 2-3 months.

2 - If the Strategy NOT specified pairs, working hours and Money Management, hence you need to test it to get the most pairs protofilio and good Money Management and Low Risk/Reward% & Low Drawdown% which in my opinion will take on month more plus (2-3 months regular test).