Atwood's Razor

Atwood’s Razor is a principle suggesting that when evaluating competing explanations or hypotheses, the simplest one—requiring the fewest assumptions—is often preferable. It’s similar to the idea that the easiest explanation is likely the correct one, not necessarily because it’s true, but because it’s less complex and less likely to involve unnecessary complexities or errors. The principle encourages avoiding unnecessary complications, helping to streamline decision-making and reasoning. While not absolute, it serves as a useful guideline in science, investigation, and problem-solving by promoting parsimonious explanations.