Ted Argues That the Mind Equals the Brain

question 37

Multiple Choice

Ted argues that the mind equals the brain. His argument is based on the assertion that the mind ceases to function when the brain ceases to function. This illustrates which of Peirce's ways of fixing belief?

• A)the a priori method
• B)the method of direct experience
• C)the scientific method
• D)the method of authority

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Definitions:

Heredity/Genetic Make-up

The transmission of physical or genetic characteristics from parents to offspring, determining aspects of personal appearance, health conditions, and more.

Wellness

The active pursuit of activities, choices, and lifestyles that lead to a state of holistic health.

Knowledge

Information, understanding, or skill that one gets through experience or education.

Internal Locus

Refers to the belief that one controls their own fate and outcomes through personal actions and decisions.