Statistical Insights
Jed discusses the evolution of statistical methods and the significance of the central limit theorem, tracing back to the 18th century. He highlights how practitioners like Hogan relied on their most confident measurements rather than averages, reflecting a different mindset toward data accuracy. The conversation also touches on the limitations of statistics in scientific disciplines, emphasizing the need for careful interpretation rather than blind reliance on numbers.In this clip
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Jed Buchwald: Isaac Newton and the Philosophy of Science | Lex Fridman Podcast #214
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