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The Greek philosopher Plato believed that
 
 

a. we all possess knowledge of universal truths, even though we are not aware of that knowledge
  b. absolute truth exists
  c. knowledge can be achieved through reasoning
  d. good and bad, like true and false, change depending upon one's point of view



Question 2

The most important purposes of a philosophy class include helping students to acquire
 
 

a. the skills of philosophical inquiry and analysis
  b. the skill of good reasoning
  c. an understanding of how culture shapes our beliefs
  d. the skill of critical thinking




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Answer to Question 1

A, B, C

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D



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