The Value of Philosophy True/False

The Value of Philosophy
. Russell claims that when a question has a definite answer it ceases to be a philosophical question and becomes a part of the sciences.

. Russell claims that there is value in uncertainty.

. Part of the value of philosophy, according to Russell, is breaking out of the confines of one's own cares.

. According to Russell, philosophy is to be studied for the sake of finding definite answers to one's questions.

. Philosophical questions, on Russell's view, enhance the dogmatic closure of the mind against speculation.

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