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A lack of an example absolutely has never constituted a proof that no example can exist, without further information. This is a fundamental tenet of science an
by jjtheblunt 4y ago
A lack of an example absolutely has never constituted a proof that no example can exist, without further information.
This is a fundamental tenet of science and in particular of the discrepancy between constructive and non constructive proofs in mathematics.
- elil17 4y agoI guess there’s a difference between a mathematical proof and practical, real life truth. Multiple studies have looked for transmission across tens of thousands of unprotected penetrative sex acts. There’s also a solid theoretical backing to the concept - it lines up with how we think HIV transmission works. So it’s a bit like saying maybe there’s Bigfoot out there. Sure, maybe, but we have a pretty good reason to think there isn’t. For practical purposes no one should assume big foot is out there.