Being true Quote by Arthur C. Clarke
“A single test which proves some piece of theory wrong is more valuable than a hundred tests showing that idea might be true.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Ultimate Future, 1962
A single falsifying experiment outweighs many supportive ones because it eliminates a theory decisively.
In simple terms: One test that disproves is more valuable than many that support.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize critical experiments.
Themes
science
methodology
critical thinking
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- lab research
- policy analysis
- product development
- clinical trials
Key Concepts
falsifiability
empiricism
Questions to Reflect On
- What experiment could decisively challenge your current model?
- How do you balance confirmation and falsification?
A Different Perspective
It may be hard to design a definitive test for complex theories.
