Friday, February 10, 2006
Quote of the DayI was reading Science Daily and came across this quote:
Okay, I’m not even sure about what the probability level of 10 to the minus 17th is in relation to other hypotheses that we’re comfortable with as established theories, but in the future I’m using that phrase. You’re wondering how to incorporate this into everyday conversation? YOU: What time does the movie start? ME: 7:25 YOU: Are you sure? ME: With a probability level of 10 to the minus 17th. YOU: Word! Link to New Analysis Shows Three Human Migrations Out Of Africa POSTED BY Cybele AT 1:01 pm |
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During November it's all about me writing a novel. Sometimes it's about whalewatching. You know, and then there's other stuff.
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I’m not sure how it works, either, but it seems to me a very small number for a probablility would mean the movie’s starting at 7:25 is extremely unlikely.
Oh. That’s your point.
Carry on.
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