We haven't resolved whether free will is compatible with a universe governed by physical laws.

open Global / Unspecified, Global WS01054

If every event is caused by prior physical states, it's unclear how genuine choice could exist in the way we intuitively believe it does. This tension underlies debates about moral responsibility, punishment, and praise.

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Created at: 2026-07-19T16:01:57Z

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