All of the following statements play a role in Anselm’s argument except

a. It is possible for there to be a greatest conceivable being.
b. We can only know of God’s existence through faith, but not through reason.
c. An atheist or a fool cannot deny God’s existence without having some concept of God.
d. If it is possible to conceive of God’s nonexistence, then the idea of God is not that of the greatest possible being.


b. We can only know of God’s existence through faith, but not through reason.

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a. genetic engineering. b. nanotechnology. c. biotechnology. d. information engineering.

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A cogent argument has all true premises and supplies strong support for its conclusion.

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

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This text expresses an historical vision of events in the province of Lu between the eight and

fifth centuries B.C.E.

a. Book of Mencius b. Analects c. Spring and Autumn Annals d. Book of Rites

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Which Gospel narrative specifically warns the wealthy of divine punishment for the exploitation of the poor?

A. Mark B. Luke C. Matthew D. John

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