Theoretical Knowledge and Inductive Inference
By John-Michael Kuczynski, PhD
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According to David Hume, the concept of causation and probability are to be understood in terms of the concepts of similarity and repetition. In this book, it is shown that they are to be understood in terms of the concept of continuity. One corollary is that there is no legitimate basis for skepticism concerning the legitimacy of inductive inference. Another is that anti-realism about theoretical entities is misconceived.
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Summary
Summary
According to David Hume, the concept of causation and probability are to be understood in terms of the concepts of similarity and repetition. In this book, it is shown that they are to be understood in terms of the concept of continuity. One corollary is that there is no legitimate basis for skepticism concerning the legitimacy of inductive inference. Another is that anti-realism about theoretical entities is misconceived.
Author
Author Bio: John-Michael Kuczynski PhD
John-Michael Kuczynski is a philosophy professor at Virginia Commonwealth University located in Richmond.
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| Available Formats : | Digital Download |
| Category: | Nonfiction/Science |
| Runtime: | 4.43 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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