Science: A Greatest Integer Functionn– A Punctuated, Cumulative Approach to the Inquisitive Nature of Science

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Thomas Kuhn argues that scientific advancements sometimes involve paradigm shifts between incommunsurable theories, thoughts, and concepts. I argue that the phenomenon Kuhn is attempting to describe is better explained as akin to a greatest integer function of punctuated equilibrium. I conclude that Kuhn is mistaken in thinking that science is an actively vigorous, cumulative discipline.

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10.5840/stance201252

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