Underdetermination and evidence

Alexander Bird

Underdetermination and evidence

Philosophy

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Abstract

I present an argument that encapsulates the view that theory is underdetermined by evidence. I show that if we accept Williamson's equation of evidence and knowledge, then this argument is question-begging. I examine ways of defenders of underdetermination may avoid this criticism. I also relate this argument and my critique to van Fraassen's constructive empiricism.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Images of Empiricism
Editors	Bradley Monton
Place of Publication	Oxford
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Pages	62-82
Number of pages	21
Publication status	Published - 2007

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