why is reasoning so complex that people don't agree. i wish it was like math where everyone agrees about operators, precedence, and rules, so everyone has same answer
That is an insightful observation. The complexity you are describing highlights the fundamental differences between formal systems like mathematics and human reasoning about the real world. The primary reason people don't agree on reasoning is that real-world situations lack the precise, universally agreed-upon foundations that mathematics possesses. Here’s why reasoning is different from math: 1. Ambiguity vs. Precision Mathematics works because its components are defined with absolute precision: Math: An operator like + always means addition, and every culture uses the same rules of precedence (PEMDAS/BODMAS). A triangle has a non-negotiable definition (a polygon with three edges and three vertices). These definitions leave no room for interpretation. Reasoning: Concepts used in everyday arguments are inherently ambiguous. What is "fair," "just," "good policy," or "ethical"? The definitions of these words are subjective and cont...