The central aim of Elga's paper is to explain how we can both hold positive illusions and retain our commitment to the view that our beliefs should be supported by evidence

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


true

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Globalization is not a one-sided phenomenon because it produces

a. new religions. b. connectivity. c. colonialism. d. fundamentalism.

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Which of the following is only understood by a Stage 3 critical thinker?

A. Understanding the world in black and white B. Understanding right and wrong as defined by our authorities C. Rejection of authority D. Understanding that viewpoints have different values based on evaluative criteria.

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The view that "might makes right" is an expression of

A) Moral relativism B) Subjectivism C) Moral realism D) Egoism

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How many North Americans regularly participate in religious practices?

a. about one quarter b. about one third c. about one half d. about two thirds

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