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According to Descartes, why must he demolish his stock of dubitable knowledge?
According to Descartes, why must he demolish his stock of dubitable knowledge?
- To rebuild his false opinions on stronger foundations
- To create scientific knowledge that is firm and lasting (correct)
- To confirm the reliability of his sensory perceptions
- To prove the falsity of all opinions
What is a key belief of Cartesian foundationalism?
What is a key belief of Cartesian foundationalism?
- Reliance on opinions derived from dubitable foundations
- Complete trust in sensory perceptions
- Rejection of innate knowledge
- Existence of basic, non-inferential knowledge (correct)
Why does Descartes argue that one cannot completely trust the senses?
Why does Descartes argue that one cannot completely trust the senses?
- Because all opinions are completely trustworthy
- Because sensory perceptions are always accurate
- Because sensory perceptions are the only source of truth
- Because sensory perceptions can sometimes deceive (correct)
What is the reason behind withholding assent from opinions according to Descartes?
What is the reason behind withholding assent from opinions according to Descartes?
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Why are sensory-derived beliefs considered dubitable according to Descartes?
Why are sensory-derived beliefs considered dubitable according to Descartes?
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What is the main challenge presented by Descartes' skeptical argument regarding the senses?
What is the main challenge presented by Descartes' skeptical argument regarding the senses?
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