Occam's razor applied to internet forums
"Occam's razor (also written as Ockham's razor from William of Ockham, and in Latin lex parsimoniae) is a principle of parsimony, economy, or succinctness used in logic and problem-solving. It states that among competing hypotheses, the hypothesis with the fewest assumptions should be selected." (wiki)
How often are we tempted to make assumptions about the members who've posted above us which are less than accurate. Little do we actually know of the family burdens and/or personal loads of life challenges they're shouldering. Be kind.
- Joined
- 29 Dec 08
- Moves
- 6788
03 Sep 13
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyYour wise words seem to exemplify an additional principle: In the absence of a reason to do otherwise, make the most charitable assumptions about the people in your life.
[b]Occam's razor applied to internet forums
"Occam's razor (also written as Ockham's razor from William of Ockham, and in Latin lex parsimoniae) is a principle of parsimony, economy, or succinctness used in logic and problem-solving. It states that among competing hypotheses, the hypothesis with the fewest assumptions should be selected." ...[text shortened]... the family burdens and/or personal loads of life challenges they're shouldering. Be kind.[/b]
03 Sep 13
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyI don't go for those off brand name products. Gillette or Wilkinson Sword for this face pal.
[b]Occam's razor applied to internet forums
"Occam's razor (also written as Ockham's razor from William of Ockham, and in Latin lex parsimoniae) is a principle of parsimony, economy, or succinctness used in logic and problem-solving. It states that among competing hypotheses, the hypothesis with the fewest assumptions should be selected." ...[text shortened]... the family burdens and/or personal loads of life challenges they're shouldering. Be kind.[/b]
04 Sep 13
Originally posted by JS357Yes, we seldom go very far wrong in giving the benefit of doubt along with having the capacity and readiness to forgive.
Your wise words seem to exemplify an additional principle: In the absence of a reason to do otherwise, make the most charitable assumptions about the people in your life.
04 Sep 13
Originally posted by divegeester"How can a decision process based on "the benefit of the doubt" be congruent with having the least assumptions?'
Now you are contradicting yourself GB. How can a decision process based on "the benefit of the doubt" be congruent with having the least assumptions?
One assumption is made: innocent of circumstances (until proven otherwise).
04 Sep 13
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyWhat if there are several indicatives of guilt. Wouldn't one be making several assumptions that lead to one conclusion?
"How can a decision process based on "the benefit of the doubt" be congruent with having the least assumptions?'
One assumption is made: innocent of circumstances (until proven otherwise).
04 Sep 13
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyIf Occam's razor is applied to human relationships, whether in cyberspace or at the corner
[b]Occam's razor applied to internet forums
"Occam's razor (also written as Ockham's razor from William of Ockham, and in Latin lex parsimoniae) is a principle of parsimony, economy, or succinctness used in logic and problem-solving. It states that among competing hypotheses, the hypothesis with the fewest assumptions should be selected." ...[text shortened]... the family burdens and/or personal loads of life challenges they're shouldering. Be kind.[/b]
saloon, it becomes necessary to disregard any personal attribute or quality that cannot be
directly observed. Every assumption, be it charitable or not, must be ignored.
Still think it's a good idea?
04 Sep 13
Originally posted by divegeesterWe begin by giving the benefit of doubt; if indications of culpability become
What if there are several indicatives of guilt. Wouldn't one be making several assumptions that lead to one conclusion?
apparent and accrue, a second assumption is made: we were wrong.
04 Sep 13
Originally posted by HandyAndyAndy, I'm exhausted. Let me sleep on your premise. Thanks.
If Occam's razor is applied to human relationships, whether in cyberspace or at the corner
saloon, it becomes necessary to disregard any personal attribute or quality that cannot be
directly observed. Every assumption, be it charitable or not, must be ignored.
Still think it's a good idea?
04 Sep 13
2 edits
Originally posted by Grampy BobbySorry.. re-sent accidentally.
[b]Occam's razor applied to internet forums
"Occam's razor (also written as Ockham's razor from William of Ockham, and in Latin lex parsimoniae) is a principle of parsimony, economy, or succinctness used in logic and problem-solving. It states that among competing hypotheses, the hypothesis with the fewest assumptions should be selected." the family burdens and/or personal loads of life challenges they're shouldering. Be kind.[/b]
04 Sep 13
1 edit
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyAs I understand the principle of Occam's Razor, it states that of any competing hypotheses the [I] simplest [/i] should always be chosen. It has been argued that a circle of matted grass could have been made either by a landing space ship or a wooden board. They are both assumptions, but the wooden board is the simplest hypothesis and so would, using the principle of Occam's Razor, be the assumed cause. As applied to Internet forums the most charitable hypothesis is not always the simplest!
[b]Occam's razor applied to internet forums
"Occam's razor (also written as Ockham's razor from William of Ockham, and in Latin lex parsimoniae) is a principle of parsimony, economy, or succinctness used in logic and problem-solving. It states that among competing hypotheses, the hypothesis with the fewest assumptions should be selected." the family burdens and/or personal loads of life challenges they're shouldering. Be kind.[/b]