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14. Science / B. Scientific Theories / 2. Aim of Science

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Theories are practical tools for progress, not answers to enigmas [James]

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A theory need not be true to be good; it should just be true about its physical aspects [Yablo]

14. Science / B. Scientific Theories / 3. Instrumentalism

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Pragmatism says all theories are instrumental - that is, mental modes of adaptation to reality [James]

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True thoughts are just valuable instruments of action [James]