Accident Quote by Isaac Asimov
““three ships lost in the same sector in the same year can’t be accident, and””
About This Quote
Source Story: Foundation series, 1951
Repeated coincidences suggest a pattern rather than random chance.
In simple terms: Patterns hint at hidden causes.
Investigate underlying reasons.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- investigations
- risk assessment
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports a pattern?
- How to avoid confirmation bias?
Randomness can still play a role.