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Introduction To Philosophy(Sost 034) Question Paper

Introduction To Philosophy(Sost 034) 

Course:Education

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2012



TIME : 2 HOURS

Instructions: Answer any THREE Questions.
Question One
Differentiate general philosophy from technical/formal philosophy.
(12 Marks)
Explain why philosophy is important in our day to day living.
(8 Marks)

Question Two
Explain the following terms as used in philosophy.
(10 Marks)
Epistemology
Axiology
Skepticism
Fallacy
Metaphysics
Describe briefly the following methods of philosophy:-
(10 Marks)
Phenomenological
Analytical
Critical
Speculative

Question Three
Apart from experience (empiricism) discuss any other FOUR sources of knowledge.
(20 Marks)

Question Four
What is a deductive argument?
(2 Marks)
Giving relevant examples, describe any FOUR types of deductive arguments
(12 Marks)
What is the importance of deductive reasoning?
(6 Marks)

Question Five
Distinguish between the ethics of altruism and psychological egoism
(8 Marks)
What features differentiate man from the rest of nature?
(12 Marks)






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