On Ontology and Realism in Mathematics
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The paper is concerned with the way in which “ontology” and “realism” are to be interpreted and applied so as to give us a deeper philosophical understanding of mathematical theories and practice. Rather than argue for or against some particular realistic position, I shall be concerned with possible coherent positions, their strengths and weaknesses. I shall also discuss related but different aspects of these problems. The terms in the title are the common thread that connects the various sections.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Rew. Symb. Logic
دوره 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012