2007-03-14 12:01:20 · 7 answers · asked by seymore 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
I assume it's generally because it's not worth the trouble (or even possible) to prove everything in every case.
2007-03-14 12:08:22 · answer #1 · answered by Doctor Why 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assumptions are made because they lead to hypotheses which are then tested against the assumption to refine a theory.
If the theory can be replicated then the assumption is proved valid.
Thus, assumption is a basic first step towards valid theory. However, be forewarned. Untested assumptions make an ***_out of U and ME
2007-03-14 23:58:38 · answer #2 · answered by krollohare2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assumptions are made for two main reasons:
1. To make sure that everybody understands the baseline
2. External factors (outside your control) are stated in order to achieve particular results.
2007-03-14 19:25:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assumptions are made for the same reason an entire philosophy section on Yahoo! answers is made... to make people sound smart by coming up with conclusions to random questions. (:
2007-03-14 19:30:15 · answer #4 · answered by spinelli 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think we automatically make assumptions based on our previous knowledge. its really interesting, like someone says soemthing,, and our brain pulls out in a second everything weve ever heard, did, watched happen, etc. on what is related to the thing the person said. i find myself doing it all of the time. really interesting.
2007-03-14 19:13:20 · answer #5 · answered by MuSiC = LiFe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because it's easier than thinking. Most people don't think for themselves; they simply choose their beliefs from what others have told them. It's downright tragic.
2007-03-14 19:12:16 · answer #6 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
duh
you cant really be sure of anything
at some point you have to quit weighing the
alternatives and make a decision
you do it all day long
2007-03-14 19:10:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋