Identify whether the following claim is a tautology, true by definition, or contingent: Earth is the third closest planet to the Sun

a. Contingent
b. Definition
c. Tautology


a

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a. Introduction b. Thanksgiving c. Body d. Conclusion

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While explaining critical thinking skills, it is helpful to use the metaphor of a sphere with the names of the skills displayed randomly over its surface. Why is a sphere used for this purpose?

What will be an ideal response

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Huemer argues that drugs such as cocaine and heroin should remain criminalized

because people who use them prevent a direct harm to society.

a. True b. False

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