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Why Mathematics Works: A Conventionalist Answer Utility, Number Mystidsm. On the Utility of Mathematics to Other Sdentific or Technological Fields. Pure vs. Applied Mathematics. On the Utility of Mathematics to Mathematics. Mathematical Models. Underneath the Fig Leaf

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Davis, P.J., Hersh, R., Marchisotto, E.A. (1995). Outer Issues. In: The Companion Guide to the Mathematical Experience. Birkhäuser Boston. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-4280-2_5

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