Examine a surprising finding before believing it
Test an unexpected result against the mundane explanations first.
What this prompt helps you do
The mundane explanations examined and eliminated or confirmed, with a confidence level for the finding.
When to use it
Research has produced a counterintuitive result that people are excited about.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Rule out instrumentation error, question wording, and sample artefacts before accepting a surprising result.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.