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Vladimir_M comments on Help: Is there a quick and dirty way to explain quantum immortality? - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: Vladimir_M 20 October 2010 08:08:18PM 2 points [-]

Frankly, unless both you and your interlocutor have a firm mathematical understanding of quantum theory, discussing topics like these is like a debate about subtleties of engine tuning between people who have never opened a car hood. It's simply impossible for anyone to reach any real understanding or insight in such a situation.