Theory of Quantum Computation and Philosophy of Mathematics. Part II
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https://doi.org/10.12775/LLP.2018.006Keywords
quantum computation, quantum-assisted proofs, indispensability argument, mathematical realism, quasi-empiricismfs, quasi-empiricismAbstract
In the article, the philosophical significance of quantum computation theory for philosophy of mathematics is discussed. In particular, I examine the notion of “quantum-assisted proof” (QAP); the discussion sheds light on the problem of the nature of mathematical proof; the potential empirical aspects of mathematics and the realism-antirealism debate (in the context of the indispensability argument). I present a quasi-empiricist account of QAP’s, and discuss the possible impact on the discussions centered around the Enhanced Indispensabity Argument (EIA).
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