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If indeterminism is true and there are uncaused actions, then those actions

A) must be accomplished by something resembling Descartes's thinking substance.
B) fulfill the requirements for positive freedom.
C) are truly free.
D) are not truly free, as freedom requires our choices to effectively cause our actions.

Indeterminism

The thesis that at least some events in the universe are not determined, not caused by antecedent conditions, and not predictable.

Uncaused Actions

Actions that occur without a preceding cause, often discussed in the context of free will and determinism.

Descartes

A French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist, considered the father of modern philosophy, known for his statement "Cogito, ergo sum" ("I think, therefore I am").

  • Evaluate the nexus between the concepts of determinism, indeterminism, and the capability of exercising free will.
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