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Intentions and instability: a defence of causal decision theory

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Abstract

Abstract: Andy Egan has recently presented a prominent objection to causal decision theory (CDT). However, in this paper, I argue that this objection fails if CDT’s proponent accepts the plausible view that decision-theoretic options are intentions. This result both provides a defence of CDT against a prominent objection and highlights the importance of resolving the nature of decision-theoretic options.

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Article, Causal decision theory, Intentions, Options

Journal Title

Philosophical Studies

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0031-8116
1573-0883

Volume Title

177

Publisher

Springer Netherlands