Prediction by the Numbers -
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Discover how predictions underpin nearly every aspect of our lives and why some succeed spectacularly while others fail. Explore entertaining real-world challenges and join experts as they tackle that age-old question: Can we forecast the future?

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 4506

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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines.

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