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Interpreting Quantum Mechanics according to a Pragmatist Approach

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The aim of this paper is to show that quantum mechanics can be interpreted according to a pragmatist approach. The latter consists, first, in giving a pragmatic definition to each term used in microphysics, second, in making explicit the functions any theory must fulfil so as to ensure the success of the research activity in microphysics, and third, in showing that quantum mechanics is the only theory which fulfils exactly these functions.

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This work received financial support from the European Union (Marie Curie Actions).

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Bächtold, M. Interpreting Quantum Mechanics according to a Pragmatist Approach. Found Phys 38, 843–868 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10701-008-9240-2

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