For cognitive scientists, our minds have very few innate processing devices built in to our nature
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
false
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The kind of definition that assigns a meaning to a word by indicating the attributes that the word connotes is:
A) An enumerative definition. B) A demonstrative (ostensive) definition. C) A theoretical definition. D) An intensional definition. E) A definition by subclass.
Where would an empiricist be most likely to look for moral knowledge?
A. cultural tradition B. the scientific method C. the Bible D. his or her gut feelings
"Abstract art is ugly" is
A) empirically or conceptually reasonable B) empirically or conceptually unreasonable C) non-decidable on evidence or conceptual reasons alone
According to Carl Cohen, “Preference creates that burden; it makes a stigma of the race of those who are preferred by race. An ethnic group given special favor by the community is marked as needing special favor—and the mark is borne prominently by every one of its members.” In this passage, Cohen is rejecting which argument used to support strong affirmative action?
a. Race preferences make amends for generations of injustices toward minorities and women. b. Preferential programs can increase racial and cultural diversity. c. Strong affirmative action may be able to eradicate racism and transform our race-conscious society. d. Race preferences create role models for minorities and women whose self-esteem and hopes for success have been dimmed by generations of discrimination.