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We will try to use Occam's razor.

Occam's razor is a principle that states that the simplest explanation is usually the best when there are multiple possible explanations.
It's also known as the principle of parsimony.

How it works:-
When faced with multiple explanations, choose the one that requires the fewest assumptions
When evaluating theories, prefer the one that requires fewer entities or kinds of entities
When solving problems, look for explanations that use the smallest possible set of elements

Examples:-
If two trees fall down in a windstorm, the simplest explanation is that the wind blew them down
If you have a headache, the simplest explanation is that it's caused by dehydration, not a brain tumor

Origin:-
The principle is named after William of Ockham, an English friar, logician, and theologian who lived from around 1285 to 1348.
However, the term "razor" was coined by Scottish philosopher, Sir William Hamilton in 1852.

Uses:-
Occam's razor can be used in many fields, including science, logic, and problem solving.

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