What is wrong with "relativism" as a thought process? What does the relativist need to understand?
How is it wrong as a thinking process?
- Relativism: the belief that the truth is relative to any individual or situation, and there is no objective, universal standard we can use to decide which beliefs make the most sense.
- Stage 2 of critical thinking: Anything Goes
- Although Stage 2 thinking may be appropriate in matters of taste, it is not appropriate in most areas of life where some beliefs are clearly more informed than others.
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A. Latin. B. Spanish. C. Chinese. D. Esperanto.
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a. Cultural b. Casuistry c. Intention d. X-system
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