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 '''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> [[Probability|Probabilistic]] thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
-[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna thinking]]/"winning the lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
+[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna principle|Pollyanna thinking]]/"winning the lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
 == Probabilistic thinking and analytical thinking ==

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 '''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> [[Probability|Probabilistic]] thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
-[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna thinking]] or a winning the "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
+[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna thinking]]/"winning the lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
 == Probabilistic thinking and analytical thinking ==

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 '''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> [[Probability|Probabilistic]] thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
-[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna thinking]] or a "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
+[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna thinking]] or a winning the "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
 == Probabilistic thinking and analytical thinking ==

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 '''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> [[Probability|Probabilistic]] thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
-[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having a "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
+[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having [[Pollyanna thinking]] or a "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
 == Probabilistic thinking and analytical thinking ==

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 '''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> [[Probability|Probabilistic]] thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
-[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking is binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having a "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
+[[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposites of probabilistic thinking are binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having a "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).
 == Probabilistic thinking and analytical thinking ==

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-[[Image:Dnddice.jpg|thumb|right|250px|The probability of rolling any specific number on a standard six-sided die is 1/6.]]
+[[Image:Dnddice.jpg|thumb|right|250px|The [[probability]] of rolling any specific number on a standard six-sided die is 1/6.]]
-'''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> Probabilistic thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
+'''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> [[Probability|Probabilistic]] thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>
 [[Rational thinking]] employs probabilistic thinking. The opposite of probabilistic thinking is binary/all-or-nothing thinking, having an [[optimism bias]] such as having a "lottery mentality" or being a [[pessimist]] who engages in [[negative thinking]] (See: [[Cognitive bias]]).

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		+	[[Image:Dnddice.jpg\|thumb\|right\|250px\|The probability of rolling any specific number on a standard six-sided die is 1/6.]]
	'''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> Probabilistic thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>		'''Probabilistic thinking''' is a way of approaching situations and potential problems by considering the likelihood of a different range of outcomes on a continuum rather than assuming a single, certain outcome. It involves acknowledging uncertainty, estimating probabilities, and making sound and wise decisions based on expected value. This approach can lead to more informed decisions and better management of [[risk]] in various aspects of life.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=probabilistic+thinking&oq=probabilistic+thinking&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyCQgAEEUYORiABDIHCAEQABiABDIHCAIQABiABDIICAMQABgWGB4yCggEEAAYChgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIICAcQABgWGB4yCAgIEAAYFhgeMgYICRAuGEDSAQg4NjIyajBqMagCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Probabilistic thinking]</ref> Probabilistic thinking is useful in identifying the most likely outcomes and the best decisions to make.<ref>[https://hbr.org/2020/02/develop-a-probabilistic-approach-to-managing-uncertainty Develop a “Probabilistic” Approach to Managing Uncertainty], Harvard Business Review</ref>

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 *[[Creative problem solving]]
 *[[Decision making]]
 == External linking ==

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	*[[Risk management]]		*[[Risk management]]
		+	*[[Logical reasoning]]
		+	*[[Rational thinking]]
		+	*[[Structural thinking]]
		+	*[[Evidence-based thinking]]
		+	*[[Scientific method]]
		+	*[[Critical thinking]]
		+	*[[Problem solving]]
		+	*[[Creative problem solving]]
		+	*[[Decision making]]

	== External linking ==		== External linking ==