Hume's Test for Evaluating the Worth of a Book Was

question 19

Multiple Choice

Hume's test for evaluating the worth of a book was to ask: Does it contain either

• A) mathematical reasoning or experimental reasoning about matters of fact?
• B) morally uplifting advice or conclusions based on the author's experiences?
• C) facts based on common opinion or the testimony of authorities?
• D) clear and distinct ideas or fruitful ideas that provoke the imagination?

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Definitions:

Failure Rate

The frequency at which an expected outcome does not occur, often used in the context of product failures or business project failures.

Cost Savings

The reduction in expenses achieved through efficiency improvements, negotiation, or elimination of unnecessary expenses.

Improvements

Enhancements or betterments to a situation, process, product, or service.

More than 50%

Describes a quantity or proportion that exceeds half of a total amount or population.