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    It is not the case that Coordinative definitions in the tradition of Reichenbach permit physical structures like P_f to simultaneously constitute and constrain geometric structure without vicious circularity.

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    • 1.The distinction between convention and fact collapses under scrutiny: physical structure P_f is already geometrically laden, making 'neutral' stipulation impossible.
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    • 2.If P_f constrains which geometries apply, it must already embody geometric properties, making the constitutional relationship question-begging rather than genuinely mutual.
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    • 3.Reichenbach's framework lacks resources to explain why specific conventions are 'apt' for P_f without presupposing the very geometric structure supposedly being defined.
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    • 1.Reichenbach's coordinative definitions distinguish stipulative conventions from empirical facts, avoiding circularity by keeping levels logically separate.
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    • 2.Physical structures like P_f can constrain which geometric frameworks are applicable without determining geometry, allowing mutual constitution without viciousness.
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    • 3.Non-Euclidean geometries demonstrate that same physical data admits multiple geometric interpretations, proving constitution needn't imply unique determination.
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