The Philosopher and Theologian William Paley Is Best Remembered for Promoting

question 49

Multiple Choice

The philosopher and theologian William Paley is best remembered for promoting which idea?

• A) evolution via sexual selection
• B) the argument from design
• C) catastrophism
• D) the value of a comparative psychology

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Definitions:

Implicit Propositions

Statements that are assumed within an argument but not explicitly stated.

Syllogisms

A method of logic where a conclusion is derived from two presented or assumed statements (premises), both containing a shared or middle term that is absent in the conclusion.

Implicit Propositions

Statements that are not directly expressed but are inferred from explicit statements within a discourse.

Syllogisms

Logical arguments that deduce a conclusion from two premises, often used in deductive reasoning to test the validity of statements.