Informal proofs and mathematical rigour

Studia Logica 96 (2):261-272 (2010)
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The aim of this paper is to provide epistemic reasons for investigating the notions of informal rigour and informal provability. I argue that the standard view of mathematical proof and rigour yields an implausible account of mathematical knowledge, and falls short of explaining the success of mathematical practice. I conclude that careful consideration of mathematical practice urges us to pursue a theory of informal provability

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10.1007/s11225-010-9280-4

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