A Diagnosis and Resolution to the Generality Problem |
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Authors: | Klemens Kappel |
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Affiliation: | (1) Department of Education, Philosophy and Rhetoric, University of Copenhagen, Njalsgade 80, 2300 Copenhagen, Denmark |
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Abstract: | The purpose of this paper is to offer a diagnosis and a resolution to generality problem. I state the generality problem and suggest a distinction between criteria of relevance and what I call a theory of determination. The generality problem may concern either of these. While plausible criteria of relevance would be convenient for the externalist, he does not need them. I discuss various theories of determination, and argue that no existing theory of determination is plausible. This provides a case for the no determination view: there are no facts that determine relevant types. This is the diagnosis of the generality problem. The externalist, however, may embrace the no determination view. This is what provides a resolution to the generality problem. |
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