Beyond Uncertainty - Reasoning With Unknown Possibilities

The main aim of this Element is to introduce the topic of limited awareness, and changes in awareness, to those interested in the philosophy of decision-making and uncertain reasoning. While it has long been of interest to economists and computer scientists, this topic has only recently been subject to philosophical investigation.

List of contents

1. Introduction; 2. Sequential Decision Models and the Test of Time; 3. Modelling (Un)Awareness; 4. Responding to Awareness Growth; 5. Awareness Rigidity; 6. Anticipating Awareness Growth; 7. Awareness Reflection; 8. Conclusion.

Summary

The main aim of this Element is to introduce the topic of limited awareness, and changes in awareness, to those interested in the philosophy of decision-making and uncertain reasoning. While it has long been of interest to economists and computer scientists, this topic has only recently been subject to philosophical investigation.

Product details

• Authors: Katie Steele, Katie (Australian National University Steele, Steele Katie, H Orri Stefánsson, H. Orri Stefánsson
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.08.2021
• EAN: 9781108713511
• ISBN: 978-1-108-71351-1
• No. of pages: 75
• Series: Elements in Decision Theory and Philosophy; Elements in Decision Theory an
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Natural sciences (general); Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Communication science; PHILOSOPHY / Logic, Philosophy, SCIENCE / Philosophy & Social Aspects, MATHEMATICS / Game Theory, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy: logic, Decision theory: general