A good definition includes emotive words.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)


False

A good definition aids critical thought and rational discussion. A definition that includes emotion-inducing words will likely prevent us from thinking critically and carrying out reasoned discussion of issues involving the term.

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a. the Black Hills b. Jerusalem c. the Little Big Horn d. their reservation e. the Virgin Mary

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Hinman claims that we can expect the following from a moral theory:

a. the final word on right and wrong b. an interpretation of revelation c. explanation of why something should or should not be done e. None of the above

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Ecocentrists are distinguished by their rejection of the anthropocentric idea that _____________

A) Only humans have intrinsic value. B) The environment does not matter. C) Endangered species are of no concern. D) Global warming is not a true concept.

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A hypothetical syllogism has the following form:

A. If A, then B; Not B; So, not A. B. If A, then B; If B, then C; So, if A, then C. C. If A, then C; If B, then D; Either A or B; So, either C or D. D. Either A or B; Not A; So, B.

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