ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Bucket argument

Imagine you have a big bucket that you want to fill with lots of different things, like toys or candies. But there's only so much space in the bucket. You can't put more than what the bucket can hold. This idea is called the bucket argument.

For example, if you want to put five toys in a bucket that can only hold four toys, you will run out of space. You can't keep adding toys because the bucket is already full. The bucket argument helps us understand that there are physical limitations to things and that we need to consider those limitations before making decisions.

The bucket argument can be applied to many different situations, such as how much food you can eat before feeling sick, how much weight a bridge can hold before collapsing, or how many people can fit in a room before it becomes too crowded.

So, remember the bucket argument the next time you need to make a decision that involves physical limitations. Make sure to consider how much space, weight, or any other physical factors are involved and whether or not it's safe to add more to the 'bucket'!