Which Involves a Higher Level of Abstraction, a Definition's Genus

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which involves a higher level of abstraction, a definition's genus or its differentia?

• A)genus
• B)differentia
• C)they are equally abstract
• D)whichever appears first
• E)whichever appears second

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Definitions:

Surface Subsides

The phenomenon of ground levels sinking or settling, which can result from natural processes or human activities such as mining or excessive groundwater extraction.

Profit

The financial gain achieved when the amount earned from a business activity exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes involved in sustaining the activity.

Harvest

The process or period of gathering in crops.

Life Tenant

An individual who has the right to use and benefit from property during their lifetime, but cannot sell or transfer the property.