What is meant by describing a claim as metaphysical?

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A claim is metaphysical if there is no conceivable evidence that could establish whether the claim was true or false.

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Match each definition to the corresponding term

a. Mara b. Mahakashyapa c. Bodhgaya d. Maya 5. a temple in the grove where Buddha was enlightened 6. the evil one who tempted the Buddha 7. the Brahmin monk who heard the Buddhas fire sermon 8. mother of Buddha

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Some feminist theorists think the real difference between men and women is the ways they are treated differently by society

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Who offered a view now termed transcendental idealism?

a. Kant b. Berkeley c. Hume d. Locke

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Marx and Kierkegaard:

A. disagreed concerning the value of Hegelian philosophy. B. were both concerned with the issue of poverty. C. both concerned themselves with religious reform. D. were opposed to the same forces, though they attacked them in very different ways. E. All of the above

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