Laozi (Lao Tzu) is said to have been a

A. librarian.
B. fisherman.
C. carpenter.
D. painter.


Answer: A

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indicate whether this statement is true or false

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A. apply the test of publicity, which requires you to first make a public announcement of Jack's infidelity. B. do what feels personally right for you. C. tell Roberta the truth. Lying is always wrong because it is a violation of respect for persons. D. first ask yourself if you would want to be lied to if you were in Roberta's position.

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A. definiendum. B. differentia. C. definiens. D. definition

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