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Strong Inference: Certain systematic methods of scientific thinking may produce much more rapid progress than others
John R. Platt, 1964. Science.
A classic essay recommending 'strong inference': set out rival hypotheses, then design the experiment that rules some of them out.
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The inquiry-framework survey borrows strong inference as a model for choosing tests.
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Platt, J. R. (1964). Strong Inference: Certain systematic methods of scientific thinking may produce much more rapid progress than others. Science. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.146.3642.347
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Platt, John R.. “Strong Inference: Certain systematic methods of scientific thinking may produce much more rapid progress than others.” Science (1964). https://doi.org/10.1126/science.146.3642.347.