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Here’s why science says you do have free will

Instant Genius

CHAPTER

Metacognition, Free Will, and Agency in Human Cognition

The chapter explores metacognition in human cognition, discussing how individuals reason, change their minds, and exhibit varying degrees of confidence in their beliefs. It considers the role of free will and agency in human cognitive abilities compared to other species and delves into the concept of introspection, imagination, and social evolution in shaping human cognition. The conversation also touches upon the potential implications of artificial general intelligence on the concept of free will and decision-making processes.

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