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Explanation as a solution reconstruction in causal networks and expert systems

Z. Chen (University of Nebraska at Omaha, USA)

Kybernetes

ISSN: 0368-492X

Article publication date: 1 November 1995

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Abstract

Examines the issue of explanation in causal networks and expert systems through the perspective of solution reconstruction. Such reconstruction is complementary to the notion of system reconstruction as studied in systems theory. Compares explanations in causal networks with explanations in expert systems. Proposes the general concept of viewing explanation as user‐oriented solution‐reconstruction. In other words, the explanation is a solution deconstructed not only in terms of system variables, but also in terms of factors involving the user’s understanding of the problem solved by the system.

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Chen, Z. (1995), "Explanation as a solution reconstruction in causal networks and expert systems", Kybernetes, Vol. 24 No. 8, pp. 41-46. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684929510097214

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MCB UP Ltd

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