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Explain Like I'm Five

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What is it, what are its consequences, how does it work, why is it there, why do we care about it?

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[โ€“] Candelestine@lemmy.world 9 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm not sure an ELI5 answer to this set of questions is possible. Even just "what is it" is challenging with something so counter-intuitive. While I'm interested in seeing someone try, it's well outside my abilities to even attempt.

[โ€“] Mystech@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Agreed, claiming to understand quantum theory is an excellent example of the Dunning-Kruger effect (which, in itself is kind of dubious in certain situations). Took my shot. Maybe someone will invoke Cunningham's Law and make my attempt better. ;-)