Answer to Question #330581 in Philosophy for Navjot

Question

Q1. Discuss the difference between relational, propositional and ability knowledge. One assumption discussed in class that underlies contemporary epistemology is the privileging of propositional knowledge over other forms of knowing. What do you think might be mistaken about that assumption? What would learning look like in contexts where all those forms of knowledge are equally privileged

Q2. Is Descartes’ argument for substance dualism cogent? Make a cogent argument for your judgment

Q3. Can machines think? Answer this question by replying to Searle’s Chinese room argument or the objections to it.

Q4.Immanuel Kant thought that doing the right thing, and intending to do such, means following your duties. In particular, he thought that following your duties requires acting in accordance with the categorical imperative. Do you think he is right?