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Betting on Theories (Cambridge Studies in Probability, Induction & Decision Theory) (Cambridge Studies in Probability, Induction and Decision Theory) by Patrick Maher is a education title available to read on EtoBox.

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This book is a major new contribution to decision theory, focusing on the question of when it is rational to accept scientific theories. The author examines both Bayesian decision theory and confirmation theory, refining and elaborating the views of Ramsey and Savage. He argues that the most solid foundation for confirmation theory is to be found in decision theory, and he provides a decision-theoretic derivation of principles for how many probabilities should be revised over time. Professor Mah

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Author
Patrick Maher
Publisher
Cambridge University Press (Virtual Publishing)
Published
1993
Language
EN
ISBN
9780521418508
Category
education
Subjects
Mathematics, Education, Stem
Rating
5 / 5 (1 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-25

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