Philosophy A-Level
Inference to a designer
What Inference to a designer means in Philosophy A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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An inductive inference to the best explanation of apparent purpose, concluding a designer who is intelligent and powerful.
Topics that use Inference to a designer
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