Towards a Definition of Primary Cause in Hybrid Dynamic Domains

Key Points

• Primary cause represents the immediate reason for an observed effect in a dynamic framework, linking actions to outcomes.
• Causal analysis categorizes primary causes as either actual or token-level based on observed effects and histories.
• This framework enhances our understanding of how actions directly bring about specific effects in complex systems.
• Defining primary cause aids in clarifying responsibilities within dynamic domains, improving decision-making processes.

Abstract