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What does it mean?
The author questions the connection between philosophy and measuring.
In plain terms
Philosophy does not need measuring.
What can you take from it?
Separate philosophy from measurement.

Where it applies

  • scientific debate
  • defining fields
  • academic discussion

Putting it to work

  • define field boundaries
  • clarify methods

Questions to consider

  • Does philosophy need measurement?
  • Where do science and philosophy meet?

Another view

Philosophy often deals with abstract measurement.

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