Epistemology 2000-word essay. Readings for this essay question include project Gutenberg and Russel on induction. You might also want to explore some of the further readings in the Pritchard chapter 10 (what is this thing called knowledge by Duncan Pritchard). In addition, you might (though this is not necessary) want to look at Skyrms, B. (1986) Choice and Chance, Wadsworth, which has a good chapter discussing Hume\’s problem. If possible use mars retrograde example and the price of baseball and a bat example in deduction part (not necessary).
Some things you will have to do to produce a good answer to this question are: a. Explain clearly what the Humean argument is and what the problem of induction is. b. Identify and explain at least one potential solution to the problem, which either directly addresses the argument (by challenging one or more of its premises) or addresses the problem by for instance arguing that inductive inferences should be adopted despite the success of the argument. Discuss potential issues with and responses to the solution(s) you present. c. Offer a reasoned claim about which of the potential solutions, if any, you think solves the problem.
Important: Clarity, rational argument, depth not breadth, clear statements of views and technical terminology, avoid quotations, only relevant material and discussions, introduction with the thesis and a brief overview of the structure of the essay, conclusion wraps up discussion and explain how you got to your conclusion.
