An ansatz is an assumed form for a mathematical statement that is not based on any underlying theory or principle.
An example from physics is the Bethe Ansatz (Müller).
An ansatz is an assumed form for a mathematical statement that is not based on any underlying theory or principle.
An example from physics is the Bethe Ansatz (Müller).
This entry contributed by Mark D. Carrara
Carrara, Mark D. "Ansatz." From MathWorld--A Wolfram Web Resource, created by Eric W. Weisstein. https://mathworld.wolfram.com/Ansatz.html