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thinking-model-combination
When one mental model leaves a material blind spot on a multi-domain or high-stakes problem, sequence complementary models with named roles and a conflict rule.
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# Model Combination
**Core rule:** Combine only when each model answers a different named question. Cap at three, name the conflict rule before applying, then synthesize once.
## When to Use
- One model already applied (or clearly primary) still leaves a material blind spot that another mechanism covers.
- Problem spans domains (e.g. risk + choice + system structure) and stakes justify multi-lens work.
- You need independent checks, not confirmation of the same conclusion.
- You can name a distinct role per model before running them.
## When NOT to Use
- A single catalog skill fully answers the unknown — apply that skill alone.