The sciences do not try to explain, they hardly even try to interpret,
they mainly make models. By a model is meant a mathematical construct
which, with the addition of certain verbal interpretations, describes
observed phenomena. The justification of such a mathematical construct
is solely and precisely that it is expected to work.
--—John von Neumann
On 11/21/2019 12:31 AM, 'Cosmin Visan' via Everything List wrote:
What are the models the models of if not of truth ? If models are not
intended to model truth, then what are they intended to do ? Create a
fantastical world for World of Warcraft ?
On Friday, 15 November 2019 02:03:14 UTC+2, Philip Thrift wrote:
But good luck in life finding the absolute truth! Let us know when
you find it.
@philipthrift
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