Indicate whether the italicized words or phrases in the following statement are either vague or ambiguous. According to the principle of Utility, we have a duty to maximize happiness and minimize suffering
a. Ambiguous
b. Vague
b
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Which of the following statements is vague?
A) Bob's dog is six years old. B) Wine is an alcoholic beverage. C) Mr. Harris, my neighbor, is wealthy. D) Lung cancer can be fatal. E) Cathy told Margaret that she won a prize.
Which of the following laws would a strict libertarian think should not exist?
a. laws vs. discrimination in hiring or renting b. laws vs. self-destructive actions c. laws vs. televised duels to the death by consenting adults d. laws vs. changing your mind after making a contract e. laws drafting citizens for emergencies (e.g. war)
Hedons and dolors may be defined in terms of
a. Pleasure b. Happiness c. Preferences d. All of the above