Explain carefully how each of the three arguments is supposed to work, i.e., show how each is supposed to compel us to believe in sense-data.

Starting on p. 21 of Sense and Sensibilia, Austin assembles three arguments that are meant to force us to believe in sense-data: refractions, mirages and reflections. Explain carefully how each of the three arguments is supposed to work, i.e., show how each is supposed to compel us to believe in sense-data. Starting on p. 29, Austin responds to each of the three arguments. Explain carefully how each response works. Evaluate Austin’s response to one of the three arguments. Does it work or not work? Why?

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