Infrastructure · Primitives
Incongruity
Mismatch between predicted and observed state
Definition
Mechanism
A misalignment between expectation and reality. The difference between the predicted State and the observed State, often serving as a Signal for learning, humor, or paradox.
Invariants
- Names both the prediction and the observation; without both there is no mismatch to report.
Risks
Failure modes
None stated.
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References
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