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Bayes' theorem is a tool for assessing how probable evidence makes some hypothesis. The papers in this book consider the worth and applicability of the theorem. The book sets out the philosophical issues: Elliott Sober argues that there are other criteria for assessing hypotheses; Colin Howson, Philip Dawid, and John Earman consider how the theorem can be used in statistical science, in weighing evidence in criminal trials, and in assessing evidence for the occurrence of miracles; and David Miller argues for the worth of the probability calculus as a tool for measuring propensities in nature r ... More
Keywords: Bayes' theorem, probable evidence, hypothesis, probability calculus, Royal Society
Print publication date: 2005 | Print ISBN-13: 9780197263419 |
Published to British Academy Scholarship Online: January 2012 | DOI:10.5871/bacad/9780197263419.001.0001 |
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