Introduction to Philosophy: Methods and Fallacies
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What does the term 'fallacy' refer to in philosophy?

  • A misleading or false argument (correct)
  • A sound argument that appears to be invalid
  • A philosophical approach to understanding existence
  • An accepted principle within ethical theories

    • How is the human person described in the context of philosophy?

  • As an embodiment of spirit and physical presence (correct)
  • As an entity that exists independently from society
  • As a purely rational being devoid of emotions
  • As a product of environmental factors alone

    • Which method of philosophizing emphasizes critical reasoning and questioning assumptions?

  • The historical method
  • The dialectical method (correct)
  • The empirical method
  • The descriptive method

    • Which of the following best describes a branch of philosophy that deals with moral principles?

    <p>Axiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these Western philosophers is known for his work on the nature of knowledge?

    <p>Immanuel Kant</p> Signup and view all the answers

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