Exactness Quote by Kenneth Arrow
“One thing I learned from meteorology is that being an actual science was no guarantee of exactness.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Economics, 1970s
Science can be precise yet still produce uncertain outcomes due to complex variables.
In simple terms: Science isn’t always exact.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty as part of scientific work.
Themes
science
uncertainty
methodology
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
academic
reflective
When to use this quote
- research design
- policy analysis
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
epistemology
probability
modeling
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle uncertainty in your field?
- What safeguards improve scientific reliability?
A Different Perspective
Science may be limited by measurement error and unknown factors.
