Quote by Niels Bohr

Prediction is very difficult, especially if it's about the future.

Prediction is very difficult, especially if it's about the f

Summary

This quote, often attributed to physicist Niels Bohr, emphasizes the innate complexity and uncertainty surrounding predicting future events. It implies that making accurate predictions can be immensely challenging and prone to error, particularly when forecasting outcomes that have not yet occurred. It underscores the notion that variables, randomness, and unforeseen circumstances make future predictions convoluted, warning against overconfidence in our ability to foresee what lies ahead.

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By Niels Bohr

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