In "Diversity", George Sher argues that forward-looking justifications of affirmative action avoid the difficulties inherent in backward-looking justifications which believe that affirmative action is justified as retribution for past
injustices. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Philosophy & Belief
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Consider this argument: "Ralph is taller than George. George is taller than Pete. Therefore, Ralph is taller than Pete." This is an example of
a. begging the question. b. a deductive argument. c. an invalid argument. d. none of the above
Philosophy & Belief
John Stuart Mill claimed that the principle of universal causality was based on
a. synthetic a priori reasoning. b. inductive reasoning. c. irrational habits and psychological quirks. d. faith.
Philosophy & Belief
Tell the story of the "Myth of the Cave," and explain its philosophical significance.
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Philosophy & Belief
Which two prophets functioned in the northern kingdom during the divided monarchy?
What will be an ideal response?
Philosophy & Belief