The Black Box

In general knowledge, a "black box" refers to a system or process whose internal workings are not known or visible, but where the inputs and outputs are understood. It is commonly used in fields like science, engineering, and economics to represent complex systems. For example, in aviation, a black box records flight data and voice communications but does not reveal how pilots make their decisions. The term emphasizes the importance of focusing on the observable effects and interactions rather than the intricate details of how those effects are produced.