Again, among mathematicians, I think “hypotheses” is more common. Exhibit A; Exhibit B. I would guess that “premises” is more common among philosophers...?
I usually say “assumptions”, but I’m neither a mathematician nor a philosopher. I do say “hypotheses” if for some reason I’m wearing mathematician attire.
Again, among mathematicians, I think “hypotheses” is more common. Exhibit A; Exhibit B. I would guess that “premises” is more common among philosophers...?
I usually say “assumptions”, but I’m neither a mathematician nor a philosopher. I do say “hypotheses” if for some reason I’m wearing mathematician attire.