When philosophers say that the state cannot be defined teleologically, they mean:

A. the word "state" has too many meanings to allow it to be defined.

B. we cannot explain what a state is in terms of the goals at which it aims.

C. different people use the word "state" different ways.

D. states have no goals.
E. None of the above


Answer: B

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