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Logic – II · Unit 4

Logic II exam question: Explain the scientific notion of cause

The question (13 marks)

Explain the scientific notion of cause and contrast it with the common-sense notion. What is the doctrine of plurality of causes, and why does science reject it? (13 marks)

MU Module IV, head 4.1 causation and plurality of causes; pack ch. 04 sections 1 to 2.3.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 4 · Causation, Legal Maxims, Equality and Ends and Means of Logic – II.

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