What must be the case for an argument to succeed with a rational person?

What will be an ideal response?


The premises must be acceptable and they must logically support the conclusion.

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What philosopher wrote: "The business of the wise and good man is to live conforming to nature"?

a. Zeno b. Epictetus c. Epicurus d. Plato

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Mavrodes argues that morality does in some deep sense depend on religion

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The principle of double effect used by the principle of discrimination holds that there is a difference between directly intending some end and foreseeing that one's actions might result in that end

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Nozick's Basketball Player thought experiment is intended to show that

A. a society based on Rawls' principles would prosper. B. a society based on Rawls' principles would have to constantly violate people's rights. C. capitalist societies are unjust. D. a society based on Rawls' principles would respect the rights of the people.

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