Why, According to Frankfurt, Is the Principle of Alternate Possibilities

question 44

Multiple Choice

Why, according to Frankfurt, is the principle of alternate possibilities mistaken?

• A) Not all cases of coercion exculpate the person who is coerced
• B) It's possible for a situation to ensure one can't do otherwise without bringing it about that one does
• C) Because we have free will
• D) Because we always have alternate possibilities, even if it appears we don't

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Definitions:

Framing

The process of presenting or constructing a concept, idea, or issue in a certain way to influence perception and judgment.

Representativeness Heuristic

A mental shortcut that involves judging the likelihood of an event or situation by comparing it to an existing prototype that already exists in our minds.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one’s preexisting beliefs or hypotheses.

Mental Sets

A tendency to solve problems using methods that have worked in the past rather than considering new approaches.