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Construct a debate between two of the three main positions on Free Will (Determinism, Libertarianism or Compatibilism). In doing so, make sure to present one argument for each of the two positions and one compelling objection that might be raised by the opposite side. Which position gets the better of the debate? The basic argument of compatibilism is this: there is no denying that determinism exists, yet moral responsibility must exist and is thus made compatible to do so. Science is based around determinism, as cause and effect is evident in all scientific theories and laws. If a spring has a maximum point to which it can extend, then it is pre-determined that after stretching the spring past this point, it will snap. The breaking of the spring is determined by antecedent events: the material of the spring and the durability of it lead to a point which it cannot stretch past. Examples like these occur all throughout science – a ball falls if it is dropped, a balloon pops if a needle is stuck into it, and rain falls if there is too much water vapour in the air. All these things occur because of antecedent events, where something in the past causes this to happen. Pertaining to the first part of the compatibilist’s ar