From Instrumentalism to Constructive Realism

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The book explores the synthesis of modified confirmation theory and truth approximation theory, highlighting the instrumentalist methodology as the connecting framework. It challenges traditional views by suggesting that these theories, typically seen as distinct, can be integrated effectively. The discussion emphasizes the implications of this synthesis for understanding scientific theories and methodologies, offering a fresh perspective on the relationship between confirmation and falsification in the philosophy of science.