Ask yourself Quote by Gavin Schmidt
“If the models are as flawed as critics say you have to ask yourself, 'How come they work?'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Climate Science Podcast, 2020
Questions the paradox of flawed models still providing useful predictions.
In simple terms: Flawed models can still be useful.
Critically evaluate model limitations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- climate research
- policy planning
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria determine a model's reliability?
- How to improve model robustness?
Models may mislead if overtrusted.