The inflation scenario solves important cosmological problems (like homogeneity) through slightly implausible assumptions (fine-tuned initial conditions), yet the scientific payoff is so large that this tradeoff is worth making.
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Stephen WolframEvidence Quote
“The result is so worthwhile that even though it requires a slightly implausible assumption, it's worth making the implausible assumption because the payoff is so big.”
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Can space and time emerge from simple rules? Stephen Wolfram thinks so. | World Science Festival— World Science FestivalCreated: 8/12/2026, 6:48:03 PM
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