In This Selection Locke Sets Forth His Psychological State Theory

question 1

Multiple Choice

In this selection Locke sets forth his psychological state theory of personal identity, locating the criterion of personal identity in terms of consciousness (personality, character, and, especially, memory) . He says that personal identity consists in "the sameness of a rational being [consciousness]." This consciousness can take on different bodily forms and still preserve the same identity. It is possible for a prince to switch bodies with a cobbler, yet the prince would still be the prince.
-According to Locke, the state of being the same substance is

• A) necessary for personal identity.
• B) not necessary for personal identity.
• C) sufficient for personal identity.
• D) necessary and sufficient for personal identity.

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