It Has Been Suggested That a Rigid Definition for a Category

question 20

Multiple Choice

It has been suggested that a rigid definition for a category is not possible, and that resemblance (much like a family resemblance) might be more appropriate. Why?

• A) Categorization is a matter of degree, not all-or-none.
• B) Categories are constantly adding new members.
• C) Similarity is often subjective.
• D) A rigid definition is unlikely to be accepted by everyone.

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Definitions:

Compound Proposition

A statement formed by combining two or more propositions using logical connectors (like and, or, not), resulting in a proposition with a more complex structure.

Complete Propositions

Statements or assertions that convey a complete idea, capable of being true or false, and usually containing both a subject and a predicate.

Inclusive Sense

Refers to an understanding or interpretation that aims to encompass or include all relevant aspects or elements.

Disjunction

A compound proposition containing two or more component propositions (the disjuncts) and asserting that at least one of them is true.