A Plea for Plausibility

This insightful work, A Plea for Plausibility, explores a new approach to decision-making centered on plausible reasoning and its applications in various disciplines.

This book presents a unique theory of decision-making grounded in the idea of plausibility. The author promotes plausible reasoning as a foundational philosophical method, illustrating its application across various fields, including argumentation theory, scientific theory choice, risk management, ethics, law, economics, and epistemology. By advocating for this approach, the author seeks to broaden the understanding of how decisions can be made more effectively in complex and uncertain environments.

In a world where human decisions are often influenced by significant uncertainty, traditional reliance on probability can be limiting. While probability calculus is a well-established tool, its numerical requirements can hinder practical application. In contrast, the concept of plausibility offers a more flexible and widely applicable alternative. This book introduces a generalized notion of plausibility, emphasizing its adaptability and utility in diverse decision-making scenarios. This new form of decision theory incorporates plausibilities as inputs, making it relevant even in situations where precise probabilities and utilities are unavailable.

A Plea for Plausibility is an essential read for scholars and advanced students engaged in fields such as argumentation theory, philosophy of science, ethics, epistemology, economics, law, and risk management. By fostering a deeper understanding of plausible reasoning, the author aims to enhance the rational evaluation of arguments, contributing to philosophical progress and better decision-making practices.