Yep. Stuff like this is part of why I'm a rebaser.
Rebase is simple. Always. The end result is obvious and clear and can only be interpreted in one way.
Merge has lots of little sharp edges and surprises if you don't know every single tiniest detail.
Almost nobody knows it in that level of detail, so it's a terrible choice for interacting with anyone else. If you're on your own, sure, do whatever - many things are not built solo though.
Rebase is simple. Always. The end result is obvious and clear and can only be interpreted in one way.
Merge has lots of little sharp edges and surprises if you don't know every single tiniest detail.
Almost nobody knows it in that level of detail, so it's a terrible choice for interacting with anyone else. If you're on your own, sure, do whatever - many things are not built solo though.