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See, the basic presumption needs to be that random statements are false, otherwise you would have to disprove an infinite amount of random statements t arrive a
by kriops 2y ago
See, the basic presumption needs to be that random statements are false, otherwise you would have to disprove an infinite amount of random statements t arrive at the truth. Hence the asymetric requirements, and why David simply concedes the argument by not sourcing his statements, and why his opponent can simply (until some form of supporting evidence is provided) can reply with a simple 'no'.
- itishappy 2y agoHard disagree. Do these arguments not apply to the conjecture by Avalys? Why is a shallow rebuttal backed by "it wouldn't be surprising" and anecdotes more credible than the sourced response? https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42203613#42204292 https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42203613#42204292