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When mathematicians, historians and scientists say that they have explained something are they using the word explain in the same way?
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TOK Essay When mathematicians, historians and scientists say that they have explained something are they using the word explain in the same way? Word count: 1367 In everyday language the term "explain" can mean many things, and is generally applied to prove something or make it more comprehensible. However on a more complex level it could mean many things, depending on the subject it denotes. It is therefore clear that it is very significant in the Theory of Knowledge. However, one must clearly establish the difference between making an idea easier to understand, and actually proving it. As we have seen in our class discussions, the "truths" acquired by different areas of knowledge are naturally different, it is therefore interesting to see what information is used, and what is meant by the word "explain" in different contexts. What could a mathematician imply by the word explain? Maths is a conceptual science which deals with abstract...
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