Topic: Interconnections
On Linking Dispositions with Conditionals
By Ryan Wasserman and David Manley
We introduce a dilemma that faces any analysis of dispositional ascriptions in terms of subjunctive conditionals. However carefully the relevant conditionals are formulated, the analysis will founder either on the problem of accidental closeness or on the problem of Achilles’ heels. The dilemma arises even for sophisticated versions of the conditional analysis that are designed to avoid the familiar problems of finks and masks. We conclude by evaluating the prospects for an analysis and offering a proposal of our own.
Source: Online Papers in Philosophy
Posted by Tony Marmo
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