The Definition "An Object Is 'Spherical' If and Only If

question 349

Multiple Choice

The definition "An object is 'spherical' if and only if it rolls freely in any direction when placed on a flat surface" is an example of:

• A) A definition by genus and difference.
• B) An operational definition.
• C) A lexical definition.
• D) A definition by subclass.
• E) A stipulative definition.

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Definitions:

Social Investment Theory

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Quantum Change

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Birth Order

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Personality

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