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Single Idea 10254

[catalogued under 6. Mathematics / C. Sources of Mathematics / 10. Constructivism / a. Constructivism]

Full Idea

Can we assume that the ideal constructor cannot destroy objects? Presumably the ideal constructor does not have an eraser, and the collection of objects is non-reducing over time.

Gist of Idea

Can the ideal constructor also destroy objects?

Source

Stewart Shapiro (Philosophy of Mathematics [1997], 6.5)

Book Reference

Shapiro,Stewart: 'Philosophy of Mathematics:structure and ontology' [OUP 1997], p.194


A Reaction

A very nice question, which platonists should enjoy.