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To: Fester Chugabrew
Randomness does not facilitate distinguishability between objects

This statement is false as it stands. For example, randomly taken measurements on two sets of trees gives us an idea of how tall one set is, whereas a non-random could be chosen to take the tallest of the smaller set and vice versa. Clearly, randomizing allows these sets to be distinguished.

Could you explain what you are trying to get at. (Also give us some idea of what you think is meant by randomness.)

694 posted on 03/19/2004 12:09:03 PM PST by Doctor Stochastic (Vegetabilisch = chaotisch is der Charakter der Modernen. - Friedrich Schlegel)
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To: Doctor Stochastic
For example, randomly taken measurements on two sets of trees gives us an idea of how tall one set is . . .

Your point is focused on the subject of observation. Mine point is focused on the object, just as the universe is the object of human observation. Unless the object is distinguishable from others of its kind, random tests will produce no results. A non-random process must in some manner or to some degree, comprise one or both objects.

When I use the word "randomness" I mean "having no specific pattern or purpose."

695 posted on 03/19/2004 12:29:10 PM PST by Fester Chugabrew
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