According to Velleman, the Illusion That We Have Enduring Selves

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Multiple Choice

According to Velleman, the illusion that we have enduring selves gives rise to what other illusion?

• A) The illusion of externalism
• B) The illusion that time passes
• C) The illusion that selves perdure
• D) The illusion that the belief in enduring selves leads to suffering

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