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big1devin

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Which of the following terms best describes view of the relation between mind and body held by Ren Descartes?
 
  A) Mind and body are identical.
  B) Mind is the residue when the brain is formed.
  C) One brain gives rise to many minds.
  D) Mind and body interact at the pineal body of the brain.
  E) Body movement is controlled by inanimate spirits.

Question 2

The father of modern philosophy is considered to be
 
  A) Sigmund Freud.
  B) Hippocrates.
  C) Aristotle.
  D) Ren Descartes.
  E) Wilhelm Wundt.


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Jsherida

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Rationale: Ren Descartes argued that mind and body interact at the pineal body of the brain.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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