According to Ludwig Wittgenstein, the meaning of words is primarily a matter of how they are used rather than a fixed thing to which they point.

a. true
b. false


Answer: a. true

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According to Maududi, the Islamic state is all-embracing

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Throughout this test, write your answer on the form provided. Erasure marks may cause the grading machine to mark your answer wrong. INSTRUCTIONS: The following selections relate to distinguishing arguments from nonarguments and identifying conclusions. Select the best answer for each. Every individual is capable of injuring or killing himself. This potentiality is a fundamental expression of

human freedom. Self-destructive behavior may be regarded as sinful and penalized by means of informal sanctions. But it should not be regarded as a crime or (mental) disease, justifying or warranting the use of the police powers of the state for its control. Therefore, it is absurd to deprive an adult of a drug (or of anything else) because he might use it to kill himself. Thomas Szasz, "The Ethics of Addiction". A) Argument; conclusion: Every individual is capable of injuring or killing himself. B) Argument; conclusion: Self destructive behavior ... informal sanctions. C) Nonargument. D) Argument; conclusion: This potentiality ... expression of human freedom. E) Argument; conclusion: It is absurd to deprive an adult of a drug ... kill himself.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

Strong arguments with all true premises are cogent.

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Who held that “repugnance is the emotional expression of deep wisdom”?

a. Kass c. Asimov b. Huxley d. Kant

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