instrumental rationality

English

Noun

instrumental rationality (uncountable)

(philosophy) A specific form of rationality focusing on the most efficient or cost-effective means to achieve a specific end, but not in itself reflecting on the value of that end.

Coordinate terms

epistemic rationality
value rationality

See also

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