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10. Modality / B. Possibility / 1. Possibility
What is the truthmaker for a non-existent possible? [Molnar]
     Full Idea: What is the nature of the truthmaker for 'It is possible that p' in cases where p itself is false?
     From: George Molnar (Powers [1998], 12.2.2)
     A reaction: Molnar mentions three views: there is a different type of being for possibilia (Meinong), or possibilia exist, or possibilia are merely represented. The third view is obviously correct, though I presume possibilia to be based on actual powers.