William James is the most important representative of _____, the school of thought that claims that what is true is what "works."

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: pragmatism

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What will be an ideal response?

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Critical realists hold that only ____________________ ____________________ is present in the consciousness

of objects.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In Anarchy, State and Utopia, Robert Nozick advocates

a. Libertarianism. b. Kantianism. c. Utilitarianism. d. Egoism.

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The introductory chapter maintained that Plato’s ideas are historically interesting, but have relevance only for his own time period

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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