In this chapter I examine the significance of observationally ‘irresolvable conflicts of assertion’ and connect the problem with its rich history. I look at three prominent and plausible ways to diagnose the problem.
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(2008). A Humean Predicament?. In: Underdetermination. Boston Studies in the Philosophy of Science, vol 261. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-6899-7_1
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