Why is the leviathan important? Leviathan, Hobbes’s most important work and one of the most influential philosophical texts produced during the seventeenth century, was written partly as a response to the fear Hobbes experienced during the political turmoil of the English Civil Wars. What is the meaning of Leviathan? Old Testament references to a huge […]
What results when a free rider problem exists?
What results when a free rider problem exists? Free riding is considered a failure of the conventional free market system. The problem occurs when some members of a community fail to contribute their fair share to the costs of a shared resource. Their failure to contribute makes the resource economically infeasible to produce. Why does […]
What is bad about laissez-faire?
What is bad about laissez-faire? Disadvantages of Laissez-Faire Leadership Lack of role clarity: In some situations, the laissez-faire style leads to poorly defined roles within the group. Poor involvement with the group: Laissez-faire leaders are often seen as uninvolved and withdrawn, which can lead to a lack of cohesiveness within the group. Which countries have […]
Is it rude to call someone an uncultured swine?
Is it rude to call someone an uncultured swine? It’s an insult. Traditionally, the pig/swine has been associated with uncleanness since ancient cultures. To be called uncultured by someone means the insulter is disparaging another’s lack of knowledge and/or social graces. It’s an insult, so use it carefully. Why is it important to be meticulous? […]
What is gender concept?
What is gender concept? Gender refers to the roles and responsibilities of men and women that are created in our families, our societies and our cultures The concept of gender also includes the expectations held about the characteristics, aptitudes and likely behaviours of both women and men (femininity and masculinity) What are the 4 aspects […]
Can introverts be charismatic?
Can introverts be charismatic? Ironically, introverts can be just as charismatic, or even more charismatic, than extroverts. Go back to the definition: all you need to be charismatic is the power to attract and influence others. Introverts have the ability to connect deeply with others, to build rapport and comfort. Why do introverts need so […]
Do artists have different brains?
Do artists have different brains? A new study cited by the BBC suggests artists don’t use different parts of their brains, but instead their brains are structurally different. A study published in Neurolmage compared the brain scans of 21 art students and 23 non-artists. What famous artist had schizophrenia? Zelda Fitzgerald was most famous for […]
What you mean by encoding?
What you mean by encoding? Encoding is the process of converting data from one form to another. While “encoding” can be used as a verb, it is often used as a noun, and refers to a specific type of encoded data. There are several types of encoding, including image encoding, audio and video encoding, and […]
What impact did Karl Marx have on sociology?
What impact did Karl Marx have on sociology? Lesson Summary Marx developed a theory that society progressed through a class conflict between the proletariat, the workers, and the bourgeoisie, the business owners and government leaders. Marx’s theories about society not only helped form the discipline of sociology but also several perspectives within sociology. What is […]
How many manatees are in Blue Springs right now?
How many manatees are in Blue Springs right now? The number of manatees visiting the park has grown significantly, from about 36 animals when research began in the 1970s to over 500 animals today. Can you swim at Blue Springs? Blue Spring offers snorkeling in a crystal-clear spring run. Swimming with the manatees is not […]