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Philosophy
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How do you structure an argument against a theory? (E.g. Utilitarianism)

  1. Identify and explain what theory you are arguing against:

Hedonistic Utilitarianism is a form of consequentialism, which makes two assumptions: that pleasure and the absence of pain ar...

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What is the divisibility argument for substance dualism?

The divisibility argument is one of three of Descartes’ arguments for substance dualism: that is the view that the mind and body are separate.

The argument runs as follows: Bodies are divisible int...

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What are the skill sets I will be required to know in order to write a good philosophy essay?

It is extremely important in philosophy, more so than other subjects, to demonstrate your ability to think critically and analyse arguments. The examiner will be looking for your ability to think, rather ...

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What are qualia?

Qualia are how different mental states feel to a person who is experiencing those mental states. For example; there is a distinct difference between what it is like to view a very bright colour, and what ...

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The affluent have a moral duty to alleviate world poverty

Impossible to write a full answer in just two paragraphs, but successful answers will cover the following: "Child drowning in pond" analogy, exploration of the difference or lack thereof between...

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