Peter R. writes:

I've never placed my hand into the yellow flames of a campfire but I KNOW
with certainty what would happen if I did.

You extrapolate based on the knowledge that you have, but you do not
know.

The distinction can be important in flying. Pilots who extrapolate
and confuse extrapolation with direct knowledge can get into trouble.

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