INDIRECT REALISM

Question 1

what is direct realism

Answer 1

a realist theory which states there are three elements of perception, the perciever, the mind independent object and their appearances.

Question 2

explain what primary qualities are

Answer 2

objective, intrinsic characteristics of physical objects, shape, size and motion. essential to the object’s existence and are perceived consistently by all.

Question 3

explain what secondary qualities are

Answer 3

subjective qualities which are dependent to the perceivers sensory experience. not intrinsic to the object itself, but they are the result of how the object affects the senses of the observer