In the Prince, Machiavelli Believes the Best Way to Rule

question 19

Multiple Choice

In The Prince, Machiavelli believes the best way to rule is to

• A) trust the masses to make their own decisions.
• B) apply impartial religious principles.
• C) determine the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
• D) hold the masses in a state of awe.

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Definitions:

Self-Stimulation

The action of stimulating oneself, especially in the context of learning or exploring one's own body.

Sensorimotor Stage

The first stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, where infants learn through interacting with their environment using senses and motor actions.

Piaget

Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly regarding cognitive development and the stages of learning in children.

Formal Operational

The stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development during which individuals develop the ability to think abstractly and reason logically.