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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a novel perspective on mathematics and science, arguing that mathematics is a realm of hypothetical propositions and science a realm of established categorical propositions. The author carefully defines these terms and explains how they reshape our understanding of these disciplines. Challenging the traditional view that mathematics is a study of quantities and numbers, the author instead argues that it is a supremely general discipline, applicable to all fields of knowledge. The author illustrates this by showing how mathematical principles are used in fields as diverse as biology, ethics, and law. This book also provides a novel definition of science, distinguishing it from mathematics and highlighting the critical importance of implication in scientific reasoning. The author rejects the view that science is a collection of facts and instead argues that it is a body of established categorical propositions. Ultimately, this book offers a profound and accessible exploration of the nature of mathematics and science, demonstrating their vital yet distinct roles in understanding the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282815851_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282815851
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282815851
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