Which of the following is a component of reason?
A. appeals to self-interest
B. sets of premises that provide support for conclusions
C. appeals to fear
D. None of these answers is correct.
Answer: B
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Which group of biblical historical figures have their portrayals substantially revised within
1 and 2 Chronicles? A. priests B. prophets C. kings D. Israel's adversaries
Placher states that "the study of the history of theology teaches that what is nothing new"?
A) diversity within Christianity; B) faith in God; C) religious experience; D) human sinfulness.
Consider the following argument: "Steve told me that I should lose some weight. But he weighs 300 pounds. What a hypocrite!" Which of the following fallacies has been committed in this argument?
A. the fallacy of two wrongs make a right B. the fallacy of appeal to pity C. the fallacy of look who's talking D. There is no fallacy committed in this argument
Life can throw us some curves at times that are not always easy to handle. We can often feel lost, uncertain and upset. With so much to do and think about, we may become confused; not sure how to feel or what to do with our feelings. A natural reaction to stress, disappointment and losses in our lives is to feel down. But it's important to know that when these feelings are severe or continue for a long time, you may be experiencing depression-a disorder that requires professional help. (First Priority Health Brochure)This passage is made up of a(n) ________ and a(n) ________.
A. argument; conclusion: But it's important to know that when these feelings are severe or continue for a long time, you may be experiencing depression-a disorder that requires professional help B. nonargument; report or unsupported assertion C. argument; conclusion: Life can throw us some curves at times that are not always easy to handle D. nonargument; illustration