Bayes's Theorem

by Richard Swinburne

2020-11-24 19:00:42

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 ... Read more
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 measuringpropensities 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. Less

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File size9.21 X 6.14 X 0.44 in
Print pages160
PublisherOxford University Press
Publication date December 16, 2005
LanguageEnglish
ISBN9780197263419
Richard Swinburne is Nolloth Professor of the Philosophy of the Christian Religion at the University of Oxford...

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