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Meme Name:Possibilistic Theory
Category:science
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Core Concept
A non-mathematical description of uncertainty, based on what is possible, rather than probabilities derived from samples. Best used when it is impossible or impractical to accurately collect data. Example: economic theories of Keynes.
Belief
Concepts expressed as degrees of belief rather than probabilities. The conceptual basis of fuzzy logic. Can be applied to decision-making: rules to reduce margin of uncertainty.

Author: Jaron CollisLast modified: Sunday, 4 August 2002 at 5:18 PM *