The Argument from Autonomy

Description: The Argument from Autonomy is a philosophical argument that claims that humans have free will because they are autonomous agents. Autonomy is the ability to make choices and act independently of external influences. If humans are autonomous, then they must have free will, because they would not be able to make choices without it.
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What is the Argument from Autonomy?

  1. Humans have free will because they are autonomous agents.

  2. Humans have free will because they are rational beings.

  3. Humans have free will because they are spiritual beings.

  4. Humans have free will because they are physical beings.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Argument from Autonomy is based on the idea that autonomy is a necessary condition for free will. If humans are autonomous, then they must have free will, because they would not be able to make choices without it.

What is autonomy?

  1. The ability to make choices and act independently of external influences.

  2. The ability to think rationally.

  3. The ability to feel emotions.

  4. The ability to perceive the world around us.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Autonomy is the ability to make choices and act independently of external influences. It is a necessary condition for free will, because without autonomy, humans would not be able to make choices.

Why is autonomy a necessary condition for free will?

  1. Because without autonomy, humans would not be able to make choices.

  2. Because without autonomy, humans would not be able to think rationally.

  3. Because without autonomy, humans would not be able to feel emotions.

  4. Because without autonomy, humans would not be able to perceive the world around us.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Autonomy is a necessary condition for free will because without autonomy, humans would not be able to make choices. If humans are not able to make choices, then they do not have free will.

What are some examples of autonomous actions?

  1. Choosing what to eat for breakfast.

  2. Deciding what to wear to school.

  3. Choosing what career to pursue.

  4. Choosing who to marry.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of autonomous actions. They are all choices that are made by individuals without external influence.

What are some examples of non-autonomous actions?

  1. Being forced to eat a certain food.

  2. Being told what to wear.

  3. Being forced to pursue a certain career.

  4. Being forced to marry someone.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of non-autonomous actions. They are all choices that are made by external forces, not by the individual.

Is autonomy the only necessary condition for free will?

  1. Yes.

  2. No.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Autonomy is a necessary condition for free will, but it is not the only necessary condition. Other necessary conditions for free will include rationality and consciousness.

What are some objections to the Argument from Autonomy?

  1. The definition of autonomy is too vague.

  2. The argument relies on a false dichotomy.

  3. The argument ignores the role of external factors in decision-making.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are objections to the Argument from Autonomy. The definition of autonomy is too vague, the argument relies on a false dichotomy, and the argument ignores the role of external factors in decision-making.

How can the objections to the Argument from Autonomy be addressed?

  1. By providing a more precise definition of autonomy.

  2. By showing that the argument does not rely on a false dichotomy.

  3. By showing that the argument does not ignore the role of external factors in decision-making.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are ways to address the objections to the Argument from Autonomy. By providing a more precise definition of autonomy, showing that the argument does not rely on a false dichotomy, and showing that the argument does not ignore the role of external factors in decision-making, the objections to the argument can be addressed.

Is the Argument from Autonomy a sound argument?

  1. Yes.

  2. No.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Argument from Autonomy is a sound argument. It is based on sound premises and it is logically valid. The premises of the argument are that autonomy is a necessary condition for free will and that humans are autonomous agents. The conclusion of the argument is that humans have free will. The argument is logically valid because if the premises are true, then the conclusion must be true.

What are the implications of the Argument from Autonomy?

  1. Humans have moral responsibility for their actions.

  2. Humans are capable of making progress and achieving their goals.

  3. Humans have the ability to create and appreciate art and beauty.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are implications of the Argument from Autonomy. If humans have free will, then they have moral responsibility for their actions, they are capable of making progress and achieving their goals, and they have the ability to create and appreciate art and beauty.

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