Kepler versus Akaike
Tomasz Stachowiak

TL;DR
This paper explains the Akaike Information Criterion using Earth's orbit as an example and clarifies that it does not inherently favor simpler models over complex ones.
Contribution
It clarifies the misconception about the Akaike criterion's model selection bias using a clear illustrative example.
Findings
AIC is based on information theory principles.
AIC does not automatically discard complex models.
Earth's orbit example demonstrates AIC's decision process.
Abstract
I use the example of the Earth's orbit to illustrate the principle behind the Akaike Information Criterion, and refute the misconception that the criterion, by definition, discards more complex models in favour of simpler ones.
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Taxonomy
TopicsCosmology and Gravitation Theories · Gamma-ray bursts and supernovae · Space Science and Extraterrestrial Life
