You are requested to write two essays on two topics. Details are listed below.
Topic 1: At the end of section II of Realism vs Constructive Empiricism, Musgrave argues that Van Fraassen’s treatment of the observable/unobservable distinction verges on the incoherent.
Topic 1: At the end of section II of Realism vs Constructive Empiricism, Musgrave argues that Van Fraassen’s treatment of the observable/unobservable distinction verges on the incoherent.
1. Explain his reasoning. (35points)
2. Evaluate his reasoning. (15 points total)
a. You may either raise your own objection or raise and respond to your own objection. Your objection will be evaluated based on insight into the text and originality.
Topic 2: In Do the Laws of Physics State the Facts, Cartwright argues that the fundamental laws of physics can either be true descriptions of facts or explanatory but not both.
1. Explain her reasoning in Sections 0-2. (35points)
2. Evaluate her reasoning (15 points total)
a. You may either raise your own objection or raise and respond to your own objection. Your objection will be evaluated based on originality and insight into the text.