Recent Homework Questions About Philosophy
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History
True or False. (If false correct it) The ancient Greeks were interested in philosophy, not nature,so they did little to advance scientific knowledge. Please help! Thank you :)
Friday, May 24, 2013 at 6:47pm
Philosophy
LOGIC and ARGUMENTS – the simple elements Arguments are Composed of THREE PARTS: 1) Premises = basic, commonly accepted reasons – the “why’s,” and “how’s.” 2) Inferences = reasoned “guesses” or based assertions connecting ...
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 4:37pm
History
1. What major problem did the Roman Empire face in the mid to late Fourth Century? A. Weak leadership B. Immigration and invasion C. Lack of education within the empire D. Poor infrastructure 2. A staple food transplanted from Southeast Asia to the Mediterranean world as a ...
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 11:05pm
Philosophy HEELLLPPP!!
Simone de Beauvoir warns against “ethical recipes,” suggesting instead that life and ethics are both inherently ambiguous. Choose one of the ethical “recipes” or “methods” offered by Manning, Kant, Mill. What ambiguities remain even after the ...
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 5:33pm
philosophy
Both Nietzche and Wittgenstein raise the issue of the morality of morality. In other words, they ask "Why should someone be good?" Describe the different ways in which Wittgenstein and Nietzsche understand the human moral predicament i.e. the challenge of asserting ...
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 5:31pm
Philosophy
Since Jessica’s participation in local politics increased significantly after she joined her school’s political science club, it is clear that her involvement in that club led her to take an interest in politics. The argument above is flawed because
Sunday, May 12, 2013 at 8:04pm
Social Studies
In China, Confucius wrote down his philosophy which explained how people should live their lives. Confucianism teaches that each person should accept his or her role in society. Confucisanism became the basis for order and respect and was central in governing China. The ...
Monday, May 6, 2013 at 9:33pm
Social Studies
In China, Confucius wrote down his philosophy which explained how people should live their lives. Confucianism teaches that each person should accept his or her role in society. Confucisanism became the basis for order and respect and was central in governing China. The ...
Monday, May 6, 2013 at 7:53pm
Social Studies
In China, Confucius wrote down his philosophy which explained how people should live their lives. Confucianism teaches that each person should accept his or her role in society. Confucisanism became the basis for order and respect and was central in governing China. The ...
Monday, May 6, 2013 at 7:05pm
Philosophy
Martin Luther King, “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” draws from the thought of Thomas Aquinas in saying “an unjust law is a human law that is not rooted in eternal and natural law. Any law that uplifts human personality is just. Any law that degrades human ...
Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 7:23pm
philosophy
I am to identify some of the features and values you associate with a just society. I want to write about affordable healthcare. Do you all think that this is a good topic. And how would I begin. I was thinking about addressing in terms of the Affordable Health Care Act. What ...
Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 8:16am
philosophy
Hello I am to write a three page paper that identifies a current event or a contemporary social issue that involves ethical values.I have chosen to write about abortion. For my pro choice argument I have chosen existentialism. And for the pro-life argument I have chosen the ...
Monday, April 22, 2013 at 9:12am
philosophy
I am to present an account of at least one metaphysical account of reality from the assigned readings. I am to discuss Plato, Aristole or the Cartesian method. Make sure that you include an account of reality and truth and discuss(and/or whether)human beings are capable of ...
Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 4:53pm
philosophy
I am to identify a belief that I or someone in my community believe to be true. I was considering writing about the existence of God. Do you guys think it is a good topic or do you think I should choose something else.
Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 4:00pm
social studies
Referencing Vladimir Lenin, "What is To Be Done?" (1902) Why do you think it was left to the “bourgeois intelligentsia” to transform the quest for working class rights into a philosophy?
Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at 7:57am
PHILOSOPHY
Who claimed that our subjection to pain and pleasure should be the foundation for our lives?
Monday, April 8, 2013 at 2:24pm
philosophy
I am to identify a film, television show, or other form of media art that involves cahracters/narrators reflecting upon the nature of identity and self. I want to write about Sex and the City. i was wondering do you think this would be a good topic. The theory that I want to ...
Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 8:30am
Reading
Why does Douglass think the songs that slaves sing on their way to the Great House Farm "would do more to impress some minds with the horrible character of slavery, than the reading of whole volumes of philosophy on the subject could do?"
Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 8:08pm
Philosophy
True or false 1.Friedrich Schleiermacher argued that to understand the meaning of the Bible or any other text, it is necessary to consider the time and place of its author(s), and to ascertain the intention of the author(s) in producing the text. True 2.Throughout his life ...
Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at 8:16pm
Philosophy
Show that (P → Q) ↔ (¬P ∨ Q) in fitch
Friday, March 29, 2013 at 6:43pm
philosophy
I am to write a two page dialogue between Socrates and a person. I was thinking about writing about domestic violence. What do you think about that subject. Should I use statistics and numbers regarding this issue.
Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 8:11pm
public health
select two challenges associated with multicultural leadership. As a scholar-practitioner in the field of public health, think about strategies you may use to address these challenges. Consider how your public health leadership philosophy may contribute to these strategies for...
Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 8:33pm
english
According to Jean Piaget, in what is all learning based? A. Sensorimotor learning B. Preoperational learning C. Concrete operational learning D. Formal operational learning 2. Which of the following questions is a thinker/doer most likely to ask? A. Why? B. What? C. How? D. ...
Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 9:21pm
cultural diversity
Linda Arriaga teaches at The Young Wonders Preschool. Which one of the following elements is likely to play the most prominent role in the school's child-centered philosophy and mission statement? A. Collaboration between teachers/staff and families B. Family participation...
Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at 3:08pm
Language Proof and Logic(Philosophy)
exercise 5.8 write an informal proof of Premises: LeftOf(a,b) | RightOf(a,b) BackOf(a,b) | ~Leftof(a,b) FrontOf(b,a) | ~RightOf(a,b) SameCol(c,a) & SameRow(c,b) conclusion BackOf(a,b) State if you use proof by cases.
Friday, March 1, 2013 at 4:32pm
Linguistics
Underline the stem extenders in the following words: Philosophy Somnipathy Metaphor Induction Hypnotic Anthropology Pneumectomy Acrid Tennons Extension Saltpeter Maternal
Friday, March 1, 2013 at 1:32am
Philosophy
First, translate the following statement pair into the symbols of propositional logic (use the letters P and R) (a) We will have a picnic unless it happens to rain (b) We won’t have a picnic only if it happens to rain Second, use truth tables to classify the above ...
Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 9:33am
philosophy natural deduction
1. ~(RvR) 2. I> (R*R) ~I
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 3:29pm
Philosophy
1."Liberals need to understand the global health argument for abortion is deeply offensive. It is like fighting disease by killing everyone who has a disease" This contains: A. euphemism B. dysphemism C. rhetorical definition D. none of the above My answer is C
Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 4:55pm
World history; Check:P
Medieval Society Assignment What were three main causes of the need to reform the Church? The three main causes were: • Many village priests married and had families. Such marriages were against Church rulings. • Bishops sold positions in the Church, a practice ...
Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 5:39pm
philosophy
I am to write a eight to ten page research paper based upon a current event/ pressing social issue that is relevant in my community. I want to write about crime but crime is not very prevalent in my town until recently we had like 4 murders in the last month. Do you think I ...
Friday, February 8, 2013 at 12:08am
philosophy
I am suppose to identify some of the features and values you associate with a just society. I want to write about healthcare but i don't know where to start can someone please help.
Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 6:07pm
philosophy
I am suppose to write a paper on ethical dilemma.I was thinking about writing about a woman who works in retail sales and a customer gives her to much change. I was thinking that would be an ethical dilemma. I was wondering what anybody thinks. I really don't know where to...
Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 8:45am
english
I am to create a timeline that illustrates the history of children's literature in western culture using five key milestones of children's literature. Can you please tell me if these milestones I have chosen would be correct to use: 1-invention and development of ...
Monday, January 21, 2013 at 11:35am
Philosophy
I have a paper due and need help with this question. should we encourage population control by limiting family size? Just need someone to help me finish, not do it for me..just some help. Thanks. I. Introduction to the topic. • State the significance of the issue – ...
Monday, December 17, 2012 at 12:55am
AP us history
I have the answers will you just tell me if I'm right? This is for my final study guide. The Compromise of 1850 affected which states an/or Territiries? A. Texas, New Mexico, California B. Utah, Texas, California C. CALIFORNIA, OREGON, AND MISSIOUR D. Texas, arkansas, ...
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 8:44pm
philosophy
explain necessary and sufficient conditions and how providing these is one approach to defining a term
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 1:59am
statistics
The latest in the "You may be a redneck if . . . " genre has produced a simple questionnaire. If more than 80% of the questions are answered in accordance with redneck"philosophy" (e.g., "You may be a redneck if grade 4 was the best 5 years of your ...
Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 3:55pm
political science- PHL
is it a comprehensive answer? Machiavelli (in terms of political philosophy) Machiavelli was an Italian philosopher. A famous book he wrote is ‘The Prince’ which still have impact to today’s politics. It is about the rise and fall of states and what the leader ...
Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 8:37am
psych
1.21 (1 pts.) William is acutely retarded and requires intense care. His IQ has been measured at approximately 15. What term would be used to classify William's level of retardation? A) mild B) moderate C) severe D) profound # 1.22 (1 pts.) Shannon has been diagnosed with...
Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 1:05pm
American History
1. Believing that truth is what works for actual real people, Harvard psychologist William James developed the philosophy of (A. pragmatism.) B. social progressivism. C. radical progressivism. D. social idealism. 2. Which of the following was true of Secretary of State William...
Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 2:25pm
Philosophy (arguments)
further develop the following argument: communities in which people spend a lot of time socializing with their friends and neighbors are stronger than other communities. when people have televisions they spend less time socializing with their friends and neighbors. Therefore, ...
Sunday, November 11, 2012 at 9:35pm
english
1. What about Thoreau’s night in jail made him angry? (1 point) The fact that his stay in prison was too short to make a point. The interference with his protest. The uncomfortable accommodations. 2. Why do the playwrights refer to their protagonist as “The Now ...
Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at 3:56am
economics
According to your text, our main sources of ethical standards are religion and A. philosophy. C. culture. B. social habit. D. circumstances
Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 1:32pm
Philosophy
Explain why it would be incorrect to say that AU is the view that an action is morally right just in case it causes more pleasure than any alternative
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at 3:50pm
HEALTH
1. Which of the following statements about defensive medicine is true? A. Insurance companies encourage it. B. It's the result of fewer malpractice claims. C. It can mean excessive medical tests. D. It's motivated by the needs of the patient 2. The jury assigns ...
Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 11:23pm
Philosophy
How might Hobbes argue that from the time of reformation (1517), with decline in the power of the pope, to WW1 no sufficient structure existed to support the Just War Theory?
Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 7:11pm
philosophy
what philosopher would refute Glaucon's definition of justice in the Republic?
Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at 10:43pm
Sociology
Are my three choices correct? Question 1 = C, Question 2 = A, and Question 3 = B, 1). Sociologist Harriet Martineau was known for fighting for the rights of both __________ and __________. a) children; slaves. b) women; children. c) slaves; free blacks. (I Chose slaves; free ...
Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 8:22pm
Business Management-Principles of Management
I have some questions and answers. Can you please go over them and let me know how I did on it? 1. When a manager performs symbolic duties as the head of an organization, that manager is called a A. spokesperson. C. leader. B. figurehead. D. liaison. 2. What is one ...
Friday, September 14, 2012 at 7:35pm
Philosophy
What is your philosophy of education?
Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 7:42pm
Accounting for Managers
Question 1 of 20 5.0 Points In comparing management accounting with financial accounting, which of the following statements is FALSE? A. Management accounting is primarily used by managers, employees, and supply chain partners. B. The report format for financial accounting is ...
Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at 3:18am
phillosophy
How would you explain how theology and philosophy are different. i have to writ 700 words on this but all i have is what they mean pleas help im stuck. I also have to use Use arguments from at least one Christian source, one Muslim source, and one Jewish source.
Monday, August 27, 2012 at 11:58pm
Biology
1. Which of the following is the definition of ecology? the social movement with a goal to protect the environment the recycling of human-made materials to reduce waste going into landfills the study of interactions among organisms and between organisms and their environment ...
Friday, August 24, 2012 at 4:06pm
philosophy
what would an example of how C.Wright Mills ethical theory might work
Thursday, August 2, 2012 at 12:21am
philosophy
i have to write an essay comparing Continental, Pragmatic, and Analytic philosophies, focusing on one particular concept that is treated differently by all three schools of thought. what three schools are they talk in about?
Friday, July 27, 2012 at 1:30am
philosophy
Write a 700- to 1400-word fictional dialogue illustrating the ideas of Plato and Aristotle. I dont want someone to do for me just someone to help me start.
Monday, July 16, 2012 at 3:01pm
geography
Match each item on the left with an item on the right. Question 1 options: philosophy calling for greater economic equality in society creator of the Kremlin in Moscow country once controlled by the Soviet Union term that means "self-rule" organized persecution and ...
Monday, July 9, 2012 at 10:23am
Foreign languages
I left out the following questions. Thank you. 1) What effect did Poe aim to achieve in moast of his short stories? Which theory did Poe work out in his Philosophy of Composition and who was he inspired by? 2) What are the main feautures of Poe's tales? What do we get to ...
Sunday, July 1, 2012 at 12:20pm
History
Following World War II, what factors led to Japan's economic success? A. The adoption of eastern economic philosophy that emphasized supply and demand economy. B. The concentration on the production of high-quality agricultural products C. Efficient, modern factories, ...
Monday, June 25, 2012 at 9:47am
Child day care management
Which of the following best describes why you need to establish goals for your program? A. Goals will let parents know the philosophy of your program. B. Goals tell the community how much they can gain from your program. C. Goals are essential for the children to follow so ...
Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at 10:06am
Essay:)
Topic: Compare and Contrast the Tang and song dynasties China? The Tang Dynasties (June 18,618-June 4,907)was an imperial dynasty of china preceded by the Sui Dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties Ten Kingdoms period. It was founded by the cifamily. In chinese history, ...
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at 3:25pm
philosophy
Do you agree with the final statement in paragraph #4 on pages xiii xiv in The Contract; namely, "The only way to get justice is to have impartial, wise rulers who give people what is right, not what the people think they want"? Use a current moral issue (i.e. same-...
Sunday, June 10, 2012 at 2:02am
philosophy
My demand upon the philosopher is known, that he take his stand beyond good and evil and leaven the illumination of moral judgment beneath himself. This demand follows from an insight which I was the first to formulate: that there are altogether no moral facts." what does...
Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at 8:54pm
Social Studies
Believing that truth is what works for actual real people, Harvard psychologist William James developed the philosophy of A. radical progressivism. B. social idealism. C. pragmatism. D. social progressivism. Is it C?
Friday, June 1, 2012 at 6:33pm
Philosophy
Please help answer these questions Argument: Anything is possible Therefore, it must be possible that something is impossible This is a contraction - Not everything is possible because anything is possible. Types of appeals in arguments (Aristotle) Pathos - appeals to emotion ...
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 4:51pm
intro to ethics - philosophy
REWRITE: 1) Correct the problems with this title: Author And The Seventh Day 2) Place commas: Afterwards John went home and he went to bed. 3) What is wrong with this sentence?: John went home, he went to bed. 4) Place a question mark: “ What do you want from this class&#...
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 4:43pm
Psychology
Please check my answers and let me know if they are right or wrong. 1. Behaviorism as a means of studying the mind emerged due to the limitations of Introspection. Behaviorists examine: >subjective behavior. >covert behavior. >overt behavior.x (My Choice) >...
Friday, May 4, 2012 at 10:01pm
philosophy
How do value judgments cloud discussions of the legitimacy of violence in a political system
Monday, April 30, 2012 at 12:31pm
Leadership
As F. Nicholas Jacobs toured the Windber Medical Center facility, he was dismayed by the industrial pink painted walls, the circa 1970 furniture, and the snow leaking through the windows of the conference room. Employees earned 30 percent less than their counterparts in the ...
Monday, March 26, 2012 at 1:35pm
human behavior at work
both philosophy and visions are somewhat hazy concepts.How can they be made clear to employees?why are philosophy and vision included as early elements in the organizational behavior system?give an example of an organizational vision that you have read about or heard of.
Sunday, March 25, 2012 at 9:52pm
Philosophy
Why did Hobbes name his text Leviathan?
Sunday, March 25, 2012 at 6:12pm
English
I need you to check these sentences. I would like to rephrase n.1-2, too. Thank you very much!! 1)Describe how Mr Gradgrind is portrayed by Dickens in Chapter 2 of Hard Times. What is his surname symbolic of? How does he address his pupils and what kind of philosophy does he ...
Thursday, March 8, 2012 at 11:03am
business
1. The employees of Abs “R” Us, which includes 12 fitness parlors in and around the metro area, feel they can improve the performance of the company. They decide to pool their resources to purchase the company. This would be called a _______ buyout. A. leveraged C. ...
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 10:05pm
English
I'd like you to check the first part of the rephrase. I'll post you the rest in my next post. Thank you. 1) In Chapter 2 Thomas Gradgrind, is introduced as a rigid, narrow-minded man, who seems to be concerned only about facts with a total disregard for imagination. He...
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 2:12pm
writing
I need help writing a thesis statement for my philosophy paper. The paper is about two philosopher's, Thrasymachus and Socrates. Essentially the paper is about the multiple definitions of justice that Thrasymachus throws out and how Socrates proves them wrong and points ...
Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 2:38pm
american history
I nee help revising my essay here it is This is what my general view on American History. Well let me tell you it’s a course that we all have to take in high school to graduate. In school we are confronted with American History, state History and general courses of the ...
Friday, February 24, 2012 at 7:37pm
English Lit-Check please-thank you
We're reading "The World is Too Much with Us by Wordsworth. We have some questions to interpret-I understand about Wordsworth and his relationship and philosophy concerning nature but I'm just not sure after further research the answer to these two questions. 1. ...
Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 10:00am
help
Human Race A. Philosophy B. Sociology C. Humanities D. Economics d
Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 9:41pm
Philosophy: Introduction to Logic
1.) (L=N) > C 2.) (L=N) v (P>~E) 3.) ~E > C 4.) ~C /~P
Monday, February 13, 2012 at 5:33pm
Business 101
Please check my work. 1.The employees of Abs “R” Us, which includes 12 fitness parlors in and around the metro area, feel they can improve the performance of the company. They decide to pool their resources to purchase the company. This would be called a blank buyout...
Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 7:04pm
philosophy
what makes an idea dangerous?
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 10:51pm
english
How would you write this in your own words , "An articulated philosophy that addresses the needs of children, families, educators and the community" ?
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 6:39pm
greek philosophy and history
Did Socrates teach that absolute right and wrong DID exist. Did he teach consequence for the ones who wronged?
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 2:10pm
greek philosophy and history
Aristotle taught his students to follow the a. Golden Rule c. golden mean b. Golden Fleece d. none of these
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 2:04pm
greek philosophy and history
Why did Socrates disagree with the Sophists?
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 2:03pm
greek philosophy and history
They believed that the human mind could understand everything: a. Epicureans c. Stoics b. Sophists d. philosophers
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 1:59pm
greek philosophy and history
Who among the Greek philosophers would be the most influential until modern times? a. Socrates c. Herodotus b. Plato d. Aristotle
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 1:57pm
greek philosophy and history
This first historian was the author of the "History of the Peloponnesian War": a. Herodotus c. Thucydides b. Plato d. Socrates
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 1:55pm
greek philosophy and history
Who was the father of h istory?
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 1:49pm
greek philosophy and history
Who thought that the governments should be headed by philosopher kings? Alexander the Great, Plato, Aristophanes, or Jason? Which was it?
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 1:45pm
greek philosophy and history
How are Aristotle's teachings related to the scientific method used by scientists today?
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 1:12am
greek philosophy and history
3 Questions 1) Will you explain dome of Anaxagoras teachings and theories on science? 2) Why was Plato dissatisfied and what caused him to leave Athens? 3) What made Thucydides’ writing different from others, specifically concerning the Peloponnesian war? I'd ...
Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 12:50am
greek philosophy and history
what is the Socratic method???
Friday, January 20, 2012 at 4:35pm
greek philosophy and history
what is a Sophist?
Friday, January 20, 2012 at 4:26pm
World History
How did the romans view greek culture, such as art, liturture, and philosophy, during the Greco-Roman period of civalization? A. The romans believed it was substandard B. The romans believed it will anger the gods and lead to mass distruction of there way of life C. The romans...
Monday, January 9, 2012 at 10:45pm
World history
How did the romans view greek culture, such as art, liturture, and philosophy, during the Greco-Roman period of civalization? A. The romans believed it was substandard B. The romans believed it will anger the gods and lead to mass distruction of there way of life C. The romans...
Monday, January 9, 2012 at 6:06pm
world history
legalism was the dominant philosophy in china during the reign of
Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 9:52pm
History
Following world war 11 what factors led to japans economic sucess? A. the adoption of eastern economic philosophy that emphasized supply and demand economy B. the concentration on the production of high-quality agricultural products C. efficient modern factories adapted to the...
Friday, January 6, 2012 at 7:36pm
history
How did ghandi salt march illustrate his philosophy of civil disobedience? my choice is 1)the march began civilly with speeches by ghandi and other leaders who pledge to fast from eating products made with salt. 2)angered by the indian governments monopoly on salt ghandi ...
Friday, December 16, 2011 at 4:52pm
Philosophy
How can I rewrite this statement? "The author takes the position that..."
Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 5:49pm
English
I checked the sentence as you told me. I included a few other sentences I need to prepare on Poe. 1) In July 1814 the couple fled to France and later moved to Switzerland, where they rented a house on the banks of Lake Geneva. 2) Under the influence of her husband she was ...
Monday, December 12, 2011 at 1:51pm
philosophy
can anyone tell me is there any strong response aganist norcoss argument that if it wrong to kill puppies, so it is also wrong to support farming factory
Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 7:58pm
philosophy
WHat is the strongest response against norcoss argument on puppies, pig and people
Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 9:54am
philosophy
How successful is the rawls original position procedure? Can you think of any ways in which it might be strengthened? If so, how and why?
Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 6:42am
philosophy
How successful is the rawls original position procedure? Can you think of any ways in which it might be strengthened? If so, how and why?
Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 12:19am
philosophy
According to Locke, if I don't remember performing some particular action, am I culpable for that action? Explain why or why not, making reference to Locke's theory of personal identity.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 8:42pm
English
The following lines are from Alexander Pope's "An Essay on Criticism." In it, Pope (1688-1744) gives his opinions on the secret of good writing, opinions that were very consistent with his times. Answer all questions based upon these lines. Those RULES of old ...
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 12:27pm
Intro.Criminal Justice
which sentencing philosophy is best suited for cybercrimes
Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 4:58am
philosophy
What argument Williams offer in defense of a physical criterion of personal identity that Parfit critiques. did whether Parfit succeeds in answering Williams.
Sunday, December 4, 2011 at 10:41am
philosophy
Why does Hobbes think that it is necessary for persons to transfer nearly all of their rights to the sovereign rather than merely some of their rights?
Friday, December 2, 2011 at 9:51pm
Morpheme Practice (Lit)
Hi I'm confused on what is an stem extender and morphemes. Underline any stem extenders in the word below. Philosophy Banana Pheumectomy Anthropology How many morphemes do the following contain? Sown 1 Airsickness 2? Ohio 1 Algebra not sure. expel 1? Congenital 2? Cognate ...
Sunday, November 27, 2011 at 5:19pm
Sociology
State four functions of the philosophy
Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 4:28pm
English
Which of the following are characteristic of the growth of realism? An embracing of the ideals but not the methodology of later romanticism, a focus upon the lower classes, and a "slice of life" approach A reaction against romanticism, a reaction against the ...
Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 3:17pm
English
The following lines are from Alexander Pope's "An Essay on Criticism." In it, Pope (1688-1744) gives his opinions on the secret of good writing, opinions that were very consistent with his times. Answer all questions based upon these lines. Those RULES of old ...
Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 1:19am
psychology
# 1.21 (1 pts.) William is acutely retarded and requires intense care. His IQ has been measured at approximately 15. What term would be used to classify William's level of retardation? A) mild B) moderate C) severe D) profound # 1.22 (1 pts.) Shannon has been diagnosed ...
Sunday, November 13, 2011 at 4:44pm
psychology
# 1.1 (1 pts.) Roger is experiencing a memory loss that may be related to recently contracting herpes. Which of the following diagnoses would best fit his condition? A) dissociative amnesia B) retrograde amnesia C) amnestic disorder due to a general medical condition D) ...
Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 12:37am
English
I was referring to my previous sentence: they checked (in) their bags for cigarettes. I urgently need to check these sentences. I believe there are mistakes in the word choice,. Thank you. 1) Another blow (I need a synonym) to traditional beliefs came from the new philosophers...
Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 10:17am
Philosophy
In the conditional "P ¨ Q," "Q is a
Monday, November 7, 2011 at 12:16pm
English- Scarlet Letter
Hester thought there was three changes that need to be made before young women were able to take there stand next to men as equals. What are the three chnges she was referring to? Relate this philosophy to today's society. Use specific examples. Which of these three steps ...
Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 10:00pm
philosophy
In the conditional "P ¨ Q," "Q is a sufficient condition for Q. sufficient condition for P. necessary condition for P. X necessary condition for Q.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 9:08pm
philosophy
P v Q" is best interpreted as P or Q but not both P and Q X P or Q or both P and Q Not both P or Q P if and only if Q
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 9:02pm
philosophy
Truth tables can determine which of the following? (Points : 1) If an argument is valid If an argument is sound X If a sentence is valid All of the above
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 8:18pm
philosophy
This is a case and i need to identify which to theories apply to it out these three Kant's deontology, Mill's utilitarianism, and Hursthouse's virtue ethics. In the summer of 1945, President Harry Truman ordered the atomic bombing of the Japanese cities of ...
Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 7:43pm
Philosophy 105
premises
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 9:21am
philosophy
how did existentialism fail?
Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 9:10pm
Philosophy
Write two types of philosophy?
Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 6:42pm
human behavior in organization pls. need help.
please can you help to get an answers from your own words. this is my assessment and i need tosubmit but i relly could not get the best answer.it's maybe because of my mother tongue is not an english.i would be very happy if you can help me so that i can submit. questons: ...
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at 7:49pm
world history
1. Choose one religion or philosophy from the list below. Describe its origin, major principles, and how it affected existing laws, social practices, or culture. Also describe whether and how the religion or philosophy influenced other societies. • Judaism • Hinduism...
Monday, October 3, 2011 at 7:15pm
history
what is vigilantism and how and when does it arise? (political philosophy)
Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 8:19pm
philosophy
I have to write a paper on the below posted question. Can anyone explain me what might i need to do in it. 1) Set out the problem of evil as clearly and completely as possible. Be sure to distinguish between moral evil and natural evil and to discuss the problems posed by each...
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 3:47pm
English
I'm posting you the sentences I'm most dubtful about. I included my doubts in parentheses. 1) Despite his victorious military campaigns Cromwell introduced unpopular restrictions on everyday life, such as, for example, the closing (?) of the theatres for their supposed...
Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 4:55pm
English
I forgot to include the following sentences. Thank you. 1) After 1653, even that one-house Parliament was dissolved and the country was under Cromwell’s direct rule. Officially he was given the title of Lord Protector. 2) Despite his victorious military campaigns he ...
Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 4:40pm
Philosophy
What role did Socrates see himself playing in an athenian society?
Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 3:53pm
World History
How did gandhi's salt march illustrate his philosophy of civil disobedience? 1. the march began civilly with speeches by gandhi and other leaders, who pledged to fast from eating products made with slt for 90 days 2. the march was against the civil laws enforced by the ...
Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 12:11am
educating young children PART1
which of the follwing is not a drawback associated with anecdotal notes? (a)significant events can happen to children on days when youre not writing about them (b)theres a tendency to write about interesting events as opposed to developmentally-significant events (c)they ...
Thursday, September 15, 2011 at 9:34am
books
discuss the view that oedipus at colonus embodies a profound philosophy about the meaning of life and the mystery of death
Monday, September 12, 2011 at 8:44pm
early childhood education
an important use for telephone conversation at a child care facility is to help (a)staff members understand program philosophy (b)staff members understand the reason for the childs day to day behavior (c)parents understand program philosophy (d)parents develop professional ...
Friday, September 2, 2011 at 9:53pm
Administration of Criminal Justice
You are the captain in the police department’s special response unit. Your unit normally handles many special projects for the chief of police, from providing officers for parades and demonstrations to targeting an area in which there is a serious ongoing crime problem. ...
Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 4:49pm
Math/Operations
Wells Fargo has adopted lean philosophy for its document management team that provides paper imaging, electronic document routing, fata lifting, and document storage services to the the Home and Consumer Finance division. One function area of the document management team is ...
Sunday, August 28, 2011 at 11:05am
mind and machine
What figure from the history of philosophy section do you think might have some views that are similar, or at least relevant, to your own?
Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at 4:36pm
Philosophy
What kinds of questions and topics are not decided by logical analysis?
Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 10:43pm
Philosophy
Explain what logic can and cannot do
Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 10:41pm
philosophy
o human beings have any obligations to other animals, in terms of their treatment? If it is wrong to treat animals cruelly, why is it not wrong to eat them? Explain if, and how, you think humans can find a balance between treating animals ethically while also raising them for ...
Sunday, July 24, 2011 at 2:59pm
Philosophy
Our text discusses the challenge relativism presents to various ethical and religious viewpoints. Consider a specific moral question which might make it difficult to accept the relativist's response. State the moral issue involved, and provide an explanation as to why you ...
Sunday, July 24, 2011 at 2:58pm
world history
following world war 2 what factors led to Japan's economic success? a)the adoption of eastern economic philosophy that emphasized supply and demand economy. b)the concentration on the production of high-quality agricultural products. c)efficient, modern factories,adapted ...
Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 12:16pm
history
asses the presidemcy of thomas jefferson.do his action in office coincide with his political philosophy?
Sunday, July 10, 2011 at 11:35am
philosophy
In "Some Moral Minima," Lenn Goodman argues that there are certain things that are simply wrong. Do you think Goodman is right? Using specific examples, explore the challenges Goodman presents to relativism. Determine whether you think there are such universal moral ...
Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 5:15pm
philosophy
In Some Moral Minima, Lenn Goodman argues that there are certain things that are simply wrong. Do you think Goodman is right? Using specific examples, explore the challenges Goodman presents to relativism. Determine whether you think there are such universal moral ...
Monday, June 27, 2011 at 12:07pm
AP World History Please Help Me Mrs.Sue
Compare the political structure of Hellenistic Greece to that of the Greek world before 400 B.C.E. What was the function of philosophy in Greek culture? What, according to the authors, were the principles of Greek culture? Define a polis. How did the polis change between 800 ...
Friday, June 24, 2011 at 5:32pm
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