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“From the fact that E is evidence for T and the fact that T entails M, it doesn't follow that E is evidence for M.”

Quote by Elliott Sober

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Elliott Sober
Elliott Sober

Elliott Sober is a renowned American philosopher known for his work in the fields of scientific philosophy and epistemology. His research focuses on scientific reasoning, probability interpretation, and philosophical methodology. Born on June 6, 1948, Sober has made significant contributions to the field of philosophy, particularly in scientific philosophy. more

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