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Exploration of what constitutes an ineffective explanation

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This article explores the concept of "bad explanations," which are defined not by their factual inaccuracy but by their failure to achieve the goal of explanation. The author, Elijah, suggests that explanations can be considered bad if they are overly complex, irrelevant, or fail to connect with the audience's existing knowledge. The piece delves into the cognitive and psychological factors that contribute to the ineffectiveness of certain explanations, prompting readers to consider the nuances of effective communication. AI

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Exploration of what constitutes an ineffective explanation

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · Elijah ·

    Why are some explanations bad?

    <p><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I like understanding things. Many explanations strike me as insufficient, and I wanted to know what features characterize the explanations that frustrate me. I looked through answers to why questions on Quora, found ones I didn’t like, and …

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