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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 reasonin
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Historical evidence in the form of comparisons.
Machiavelli supports the claim mainly by citing historical and contemporary examples (e.g., Cesare Borgia, classical rulers) and comparing their outcomes to show that fear more reliably secures power than love.
Machiavelli supports the claim mainly by citing historical and contemporary examples (e.g., Cesare Borgia, classical rulers) and comparing their outcomes to show that fear more reliably secures power than love.
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