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The purpose of a system is what it does.

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This is an insane sentiment. It's interesting that I've heard a few times in this thread. I wonder where this logical failure comes from.

If I rock it explodes killing all of the astronauts, was that the purpose of the rocket and the mission?

If I crash my car on my way to the store, is that the purpose of leaving my house?

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This is an insane sentiment. It's interesting that I've heard a few times in this thread. I wonder where this logical failure comes from.

If I rock it explodes killing all of the astronauts, was that the purpose of the rocket and the mission?

If I crash my car on my way to the store, is that the purpose of leaving my house?

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