Some observations on induction in predicate probabilistic reasoning

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Journal of Philosophical Logic 31 (1):43-75 (2002)
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We consider the desirability, or otherwise, of various forms of induction in the light of certain principles and inductive methods within predicate uncertain reasoning. Our general conclusion is that there remain conflicts within the area whose resolution will require a deeper understanding of the fundamental relationship between individuals and properties

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Jeffrey Paris
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Inductive influence.Jon Williamson - 2007 - British Journal for the Philosophy of Science 58 (4):689 - 708.

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