Joe Argues That the Concept of Self and the Mind

Multiple Choice

Joe argues that the concept of self and the mind are conventional terms and are not real things. Joe views the mind as a harmful illusion that one should strive to free oneself from. In contrast, Sally argues that the mind is a core concept for personhood, consciousness and individuality, allowing humans to transcend animal status. It appears Joe supports a _____ perspective, while Sally represents _________.

A) Western perspective, Buddhist philosophy.
B) Buddhist philosophy, a Western perspective.
C) Nomological perspective, humanistic view.
D) Humanistic, Nomological approach.