Conceptual Inventory

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Agential Explanation

A form of explanation that involves reference to the goals (real or apparent) of agents. Here “agents” should be understood as entities exhibiting at least minimal agency. See “Agency (General, or Minimal).”

References:

Okasha, S. (2018). Agents and goals in evolution. Oxford: Oxford University Press.