Prediction A statement about what will be observed before it actually occurs or a forecast about the likelihood or probability of an event's outcome made prior to its actual occurrence – a claim in which it is stated some phenomenon will take place within a specific set of circumstances. Scientific prediction involves detailed knowledge of the phenomena of interest such as relevant facts and principles. Accurate prediction is regarded as a stringent test of a scientific hypothesis or theory.     †cf. Postdiction A statement about an event's prior outcome, but made subsequent to its occurrence.   (see also: predictiveness, explanation, expectation, Hindsight bias)   » Return to belief, judgement, and clear thinking » Labels: prediction

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