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Scientific Reasoning - 3rd Edition by  Colin Howson & Peter Urbach (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Scientific Reasoning - 3rd Edition by Colin Howson & Peter Urbach (Paperback)

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  • In this clearly reasoned defense of Bayes's Theorem -- that probability can be used to reasonably justify scientific theories -- Colin Howson and Peter Urbach examine the way in which scientists appeal to probability arguments, and demonstrate that the classical approach to statistical inference is full of flaws.
  • Author(s): Colin Howson & Peter Urbach
  • 470 Pages
  • Science, Philosophy & Social Aspects

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In this clearly reasoned defense of Bayes's Theorem -- that probability can be used to reasonably justify scientific theories -- Colin Howson and Peter Urbach examine the way in which scientists appeal to probability arguments, and demonstrate that the classical approach to statistical inference is full of flaws. Arguing the case for the Bayesian method with little more than basic algebra, the authors show that it avoids the difficulties of the classical system. The book also refutes the major criticisms leveled against Bayesian logic, especially that it is too subjective. This newly updated edition of this classic textbook is also suitable for college courses.



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In this clearly reasoned defense of Bayes's Theorem -- that probability can be used to reasonably justify scientific theories -- Colin Howson and Peter Urbach examine the way in which scientists appeal to probability arguments, and demonstrate that the classical approach to statistical inference is full of flaws. Arguing the case for the Bayesian method with little more than basic algebra, the authors show that it avoids the difficulties of the classical system. The book also refutes the major criticisms leveled against Bayesian logic, especially that it is too subjective. This newly updated edition of this classic textbook is also suitable for college courses.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 470
Genre: Science
Sub-Genre: Philosophy & Social Aspects
Publisher: Open Court
Format: Paperback
Author: Colin Howson & Peter Urbach
Language: English
Street Date: March 16, 2006
TCIN: 82940712
UPC: 9780812695786
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-5408
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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