Why_Induction_Is_Invalid

Why Induction Is Invalid Why Induction is Invalid Induction is the process of deriving general principles from particular facts or instances. The “problem of induction” lies in the using of a finite number of instances and generalizing those instances to an infinite possibility of instances. Philosophers of science are constantly debating on whether the “problem of induction” can be solved or if it is unsolvable. The following essay looks at one author who claims that the “problem of induction” can be solved. This essay will examine the article Philosophical Foundations of Physics: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science by Rudolf Carnap. The first section will reconstruct Carnap’s argument of why he believes the “problem of induction” can be solved and the second section will deal with a critical analysis of his argument. The following is the reconstruction of Carnap’s argument from the essay titled in the introduction: If logical/inductive probability can be used to show 100% confirmation with no negative instances, then the “problem of induction” can be solved. Logical/inductive probability can be used to show 100% confirmation with no negative instances. Therefore, the “problem of induction” can be solved. In the first premise, Carnap explores the foundation of his argument. The foundation induction, argument, problem, instances, carnap, one, solved, lies, using, probability, valid, conclusion, chalmers, carnap’s, sun, show, science, premises, evidence, believes, shown, negative, logical/inductive, therefore, testing, positive, number, logically, hypothesis, fact, deductive, confirmation, circularity, zero, philosophers