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Instrumentalism is a philosophical perspective particularly associated with the philosophy of science and the philosophy of language. It emphasizes the practical utility of theories and concepts primarily as tools for predicting and controlling phenomena, rather than as definitive descriptions of reality. Here are some key points about instrumentalism: 1. **Theory as Tools**: Instrumentalism suggests that scientific theories should be regarded as instruments or tools for organizing experiences and facilitating predictions, rather than as literal truth statements about the world.