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Reconstruct Descartes' real-distinction argument for mind-body dualism (Meditation VI) and state the strongest objection to it. Why does the interaction problem, pressed by Princess Elisabeth, prove so damaging?
What to cover: Lay out the argument from clear and distinct conception plus God's power to the real distinction of res cogitans and res extensa, explaining why it waits until Meditation VI. Then develop Elisabeth's 'how' objection and assess Descartes' pineal-gland-plus-union reply.
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