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Test Your Knowledge of Philosophy

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Which of the following is not a type of argument?

Inductive

Abductive

Deductively valid

Truth-preserving (correct)

What is the aim of philosophy according to the text?

To create incoherence

To make the subject matter clear, systematic, and coherent (correct)

To prove assumptions true

To reflect on one's life

What is an enthymeme?

An invalid argument

An argument with implicit premises (correct)

An argument with explicit assumptions

A valid argument

What is the criteria for a proposition to be considered knowledgeable?

<p>Justified, true, and believed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory is respected by most philosophers?

<p>The general principle theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Philosophy is not about reflecting on one's life to lead a better life and it is not considered as bullshit.
A proposition to be knowledgeable should be justified, true, and believed.
The aim of philosophy is to make the subject matter clear, systematic, and coherent.
Incoherence can be removed through reflective equilibrium.
Inferences and arguments are the same thing.
There are different types of arguments such as deductively valid, inductive, abductive, and truth preserving.
Assumptions should be explicit.
Enthymemes occur when an invalid argument becomes valid with added premises.
The general principle theory is respected by most philosophers.
Domain restriction applies to propositions that can be proven true or false.

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Test your knowledge on the fundamental principles of philosophy with this quiz! From the aim of philosophy to the types of arguments and principles respected by most philosophers, this quiz covers it all. Sharpen your critical thinking skills as you answer questions on reflective equilibrium, enthymemes, and domain restriction. Impress your friends with your philosophical prowess by taking this quiz today!