Re: Interesting article in August 2011 Scientific American Message #2 Posted by dbatiz on 24 July 2011, 2:39 a.m., in response to message #1 by Don Shepherd
I’m sure there are more profound thinkers out there that will take issue with my opinion. However in the spirit of discussion I offer the following: When either using linear regression to approximate values between data points, or using calculus to predict planetary movements; math seems to be validated by how well it can represent and predict situations in the real world. As such, all the interactions, cause/effect, variables and relationships already exist and are waiting patiently to be discovered by intellects capable of seeing beyond obvious, quantifying the subtle, and finding the connection between the apparently un-related.
Again, only my opinion, each discovery sheds light on the fantastic complexity, elegance and care of our creation.
Very respectfully,
David
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