Carefully explain two of the arguments that Descartes uses to undermine the

reliability of sense experience, and two of the arguments that he uses to undermine the
reliability of mathematical reasoning. What is Descartes’ ultimate purpose in formulating
these arguments



What will be an ideal response?


a) androcentric.

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What did Bentham think counted, morally?

A) Suffering B) Dignity C) Intention D) Love

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Evaluate the following argument in accordance with the criteria discussed in the text.Studies indicate that close to 85 percent of university professors are liberal Democrats. It only stands to reason, therefore, that if you want to get a job as a college instructor, register as a Democrat.

What will be an ideal response?

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