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> I only see a few ways this works.

> The answer is correct. In this case, the source doesn't matter.

> The answer is incorrect. In this case, the source doesn't matter, there is a flaw in the entire concept.

> The answer's correctness depends upon the source. In this case, we have a deeper problem with the entire meaning of what a fact is.

Again, why is it so hard for engineers to grasp the concept and importance of graceful degradation?

A service doesn't need to be perfect to be useful, but if it's not perfect, it shouldn't burn your house when it fails.

> The best way for me to sum up on feelings on this is that while facts are absolute, any piece of information is either true or false (at least within the realm of normal human interactions)

People from Humanities would like to have a talk with you.



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