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Fudge factor
A fudge factor is an ad hoc quantity or element introduced into a calculation, formula or model in order to make it fit observations or expectations. Also known as a correction coefficient, which is defined by \kappa_\text{c} = \frac{\text{experimental value}}{\text{theoretical value}}. Examples include Einstein's cosmological constant, dark energy, the initial proposals of dark matter and inflation.
Article summary
A fudge factor is an ad hoc quantity or element introduced into a calculation, formula or model in order to make it fit observations or expectations. Also known as a correction coefficient, which is defined by \kappa_\text{c} = \frac{\text{experimental value}}{\text{theoretical value}}. Examples include Einstein's cosmological constant, dark energy, the initial proposals of dark matter and inflation.
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Discussion questions
- Summarise the article in your own words. Which single claim would you verify first, and why?
- Which claim in this article is most likely to be revised as the sources update? How would you check its current status?
- If two sources disagreed about one of these facts, what would you need in order to trust one over the other?
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