Philosophy A-Level
Strong reading
What Strong reading means in Philosophy A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Strong reading
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Reference: AQA
The claim that all mental states have phenomenal properties, so every belief, hope or calculation carries a felt quality.
Topics that use Strong reading
- What do we mean by ‘mind’? (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- 'What it is like' test
- Qualia
- Weaker reading
- Intending to act
- Intentional properties
- Intentionality
- Intrinsic
- Introspectively accessible
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