Kant argued that whether we are free depends on our standpoint, and that we can adopt two different standpoints toward the world:
A) a theoretical standpoint where freedom is possible, and a practical one, where freedom is impossible.
B)a theoretical standpoint where freedom is impossible, and a practical one, where freedom is possible
C)a theoretical standpoint and a practical one, both making freedom impossible.
D)a monistic standpoint and a pluralistic standpoint, both making freedom possible.

Question

Kant argued that whether we are free depends on our standpoint, and that we can adopt two different standpoints toward the world:
A)  a theoretical standpoint where freedom is possible, and a practical one, where freedom is impossible.
B)a theoretical standpoint where freedom is impossible, and a practical one, where freedom is possible
C)a theoretical standpoint and a practical one, both making freedom impossible.
D)a monistic standpoint and a pluralistic standpoint, both making freedom possible.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to Kant, we can adopt two different standpoints toward the world - a theoretical standpoint and a practical standpoint. In the theoretical standpoint, we consider the world objectively and see it as determined by causal laws. From this standpoint, freedom is impossible because everything is determined by prior causes. However, in the practical standpoint, we consider the world subjectively and see ourselves as free and capable of making choices that are not determined by prior causes. From this standpoint, freedom is possible. Therefore, the best choice is B, which states that Kant argued that the theoretical standpoint is where freedom is impossible, and the practical standpoint is where freedom is possible.

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