JOURNAL ARTICLE

A.C. Paseau and Alan Baker.  Indispensability.

  • Published In: Philosophia Mathematica, 2024, v. 32, n. 2. P. 252 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Alafaci, Christian 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Indispensability" in the journal Philosophia Mathematica discusses the development of Indispensability Arguments in the philosophy of mathematics. These arguments support mathematical realism by asserting the indispensability of mathematics to our best scientific theories and explanations. The article explores the traditional Quine-Putnam version of the argument and addresses objections to each premise. It also introduces the enhanced indispensability argument, which focuses on the indispensability of mathematics for scientific explanations. The authors provide strategies for defending Indispensability Arguments against objections and offer a comprehensive overview of the topic. Overall, the article presents a concise and convincing defense of Indispensability Arguments, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the philosophy of mathematics. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Philosophia Mathematica. 2024/06, Vol. 32, Issue 2, p252
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0031-8019
  • DOI:10.1093/philmat/nkae003
  • Accession Number:179399832
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