What is the main objective of Quine’s naturalized epistemology?
To denounce all theories
To destabilize established notions
To provide a scientific explanation for the development of scientific theories
To advocate for subjectivism
Answer
Quine’s naturalized epistemology aims to scientifically elucidate the evolution and progress of scientific theories. It emphasizes the role of natural and social conditions, particularly empirical observations, cultural influences, and the broader fabric of human experience, in shaping our knowledge and understanding of the world. Quine argues that epistemology should be treated as a natural science and that philosophical inquiry should be informed by empirical and scientific methods.
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