A Problem for Descartes Is That If Substances Are by Definition

question 49

Multiple Choice

A problem for Descartes is that if substances are by definition ultimate and totally independent of one another, then

• A)how can God create them?
• B)how can we know them?
• C)how can they interact?
• D)how can they be real?

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Definitions:

Vertical Merger

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Petrochemical Firm

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Oil Reserves

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Hostile Takeovers

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