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Bayes's theorem is a tool for assessing how probable evidence makes some hypothesis. The papers in this volume consider the worth and applicability of the theorem. Richard Swinburne 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. David Miller argues for the worth of the probability calculus as a tool for measuring propensities in nature rather than the strength of evidence. The volume ends with the original paper containing the theorem, presented to the Royal Society in 1763.

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Book category Books in English Mathematics & science Mathematics Philosophy of mathematics

• Full title: Bayes's Theorem
• Author: Richard Swinburne
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160
• EAN: 9780197263419
• ISBN: 0197263410
• ID: 04520695
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Weight: 302 g
• Dimensions: 156 × 233 × 9 mm
• Date of publishing: 12. May 2005

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