Abstract

Abstract:

Measurement results are stated in terms of sentences ascribing measured values, as obtained via measurement processes, to measurands, as defined by measuring agents. Since both the definition of the measurands and the characterization of the processes depend on models constructed on the basis of relevant theories, the issue arises of the theory dependence of the truth of those sentences. This paper aims at assessing the question by introducing suitable distinctions about the sense and reference of the terms used to refer to individual and general quantities, in a framework where measurement is construed as an agent-dependent, model-based, purpose-driven activity.

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ISSN
1530-9274
Print ISSN
1063-6145
Pages
pp. 757-781
Launched on MUSE
2021-12-02
Open Access
No
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