Posted on 10/17/2014 3:53:10 PM PDT by Red in Blue PA
Unlikely? I thought it was not possible!
"Unlikely" is a term that scientists use so as to avoid using the term "impossible." Saying something is "unlikely" rather than "impossible" is a way for scientists to avoid being wrong on something.
Scientist: It is impossible for pigs to fly.
Ordinary person: Then what's that animal? It sure looks like a flying pig to me.
Scientist: Dang! I was wrong! [turns in scientific credentials]
vs.
Scientist: It is unlikely for pigs to fly.
Ordinary person: Well, isn't that a winged pig flying right over there?
Scientist: Well, I said it was unlikely, not impossible!
This reminds me of the poll asking if someone was of the opinion that Obama was muslim. It was reported that those who thought he was answered incorrectly. Youre not allowed to have an opinion unless it coincides with their agenda.
Thanks for the ping!
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