In the Prince,Machiavelli Argued That

question 22

Multiple Choice

In The Prince,Machiavelli argued that

• A)human behaviour is motivated by self-interest and a desire for material gain.
• B)human beings were able to understand the world through rational reflection.
• C)techniques used in the hard sciences to explain the physical world should be applied to the social world as well.
• D)ideas are not innate and that all knowledge is the result of experience.

Grasp the concept of therapeutic factors in group therapy, including universality.

Understand group development stages and their impact on group cohesion and individual behavior.

Identify evidence-based practices in social work and their importance in providing effective interventions.

Acknowledge legal and ethical considerations in social work practice, including malpractice avoidance and adherence to professional standards.

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