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The role of simplicity in explanation
In H. Feigl & G. Maxwell (eds.), Current Issues in the Philosophy of Science. New York. pp. 265--274 (1961)
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Remarks on concept formation: Theory building and theory testing.Joseph M. Firestone - 1971 - Philosophy of Science 38 (4):570-604.
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