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What type of evidence does Machiavelli most use to support the argument that it is better for a prince to be feared than loved?
empirical evidence in the form of observation
historical evidence in the form of comparisons
logical evidence in the form of generalizations
logical evidence in the form of inductive reasoning
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Historical evidence in the form of comparisons.
Machiavelli supports the claim mainly by citing historical examples and comparing rulers (e.g., Cesare Borgia, Roman leaders, classical and contemporary princes) to show how fear rather than love produced stability and security.
Machiavelli supports the claim mainly by citing historical examples and comparing rulers (e.g., Cesare Borgia, Roman leaders, classical and contemporary princes) to show how fear rather than love produced stability and security.
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