Evangelista Torricelli was the pupil of which famous scientist and astronomer?
a. Galileo Galilei c. Michaelangelo
b. Nicolas Copernicus d. Johannes Kepler
ANS: A
Galileo Galilei taught Torricelli, who in turn contacted Gasparo Berti about solving the problem of pumping water.
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A) the definition of different kinds of being. B) questions about duty. C) knowledge. D) astrology.
Duty means that if your inclinations conflict with the moral law, then you should follow your inclinations
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What fact does the "ultimatum bargaining game" demonstrate?
A. It is often rational to price products below their market value. B. Free markets will usually self-regulate. C. Many people do not understand economics. D. Many people would rather not trade than be treated unfairly.
This fallacy is committed when the arguer misrepresents the opponent's position with an irrelevant position with a diversion.
a. Card Stacking b. Straw Man c. Glittering Generality d. Ad Misericordiam e. None of the above