The scientific method, intelligent behavior and how the brain investigates how the world works (Part 3): Abstract concepts form as our brain tries to understand why the stuff we observe comes about
The following is part of Chapter IV of "A Scientific Model Of The Brain: From Instinct to Reason, How Does The Mind Work" . TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. The scientific method and how intelligent behavior is brought about in the brain. 1.1. The scientific method is - as a matter of fact - a very basic, all-purpose investigation method and, as such - contrary to general belief - not only is its application domain not limited to the natural sciences, but it is actually especially well-suited for impossibly complex, inscrutable questions such as the origin of Civilization, the State, power, love, intelligence, consciousness or human nature. 1.2. Predictions are the key to intelligent behavior: If we can predict what is going to happen, all there is to intelligent choices and behaviors is to choose the plan of action, predicted to yield the sought-after stuff. 1.3. The scientific method best describes how intelligent behavior is brought about in the brain: The strategy is to learn a mod...