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An example of the predictive goal in science is forecasting that a person using medical marijuana is likely experiencing pain. By relying on the strong, previously documented relationship between marijuana use and pain management, researchers can predict this specific physical condition with an accuracy that surpasses random chance.

Predicting Pain in Medical Marijuana Users

Demonstrating the explanatory goal of science, researchers investigate the specific mechanisms by which marijuana alleviates pain. Instead of just noting the correlation, they explore the causal pathways—such as testing whether marijuana directly reduces physical inflammation or if it primarily acts to decrease the psychological distress associated with experiencing pain.

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