According to Bertrand Russell, when we look at an apple we are directly aware of
A) the apple itself (material object).
B) a certain smell, feel, color, and so on (sensations).
C) dream states caused by the mind of God.
D) original sin.
E) none of these.

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Russell posited that our direct experiences, such as looking at an apple, involve being aware of sensations or sense data (like smell, color, and texture), rather than the material object itself. This view is part of his theory of knowledge, which emphasizes the distinction between the direct objects of perception (sense data) and the physical objects in the world.

According to Bertrand Russell, When We Look at an Apple