Another idea.. maybe
Usually lower level players are given lower numbers of crafting during events.. and is a fact we all know.
But.. that doesn't mean all higher levels players are able to finish events.
Could it be a test to see if higher level players, given also a lower amount of materials to craft, the % of players able to finish the event rises?
One of the questions always asked is 'Were you able to finish the event?' and never has it been a high %.
Maybe S8 wants to consentrate on making events positive for more players and they need stats on possibilities?
Developing this theory.. lower crafts were given out to xx random higher level players, but in order to see results in the final poll.
Maybe?