Auguste Comte’s Positivism: Philosophy & Stages
Auguste Comte and Positivism
Auguste Comte, born in Montpellier, denied violence and defended the need “to consolidate all power in the hands of those who possess it, no matter who,” provided it aligned with the progressive ideals of the Enlightenment, and not with monarchical reaction.
Comte’s Philosophical Stance
Under the impact of the French Revolution, Comte came into contact with utopian socialism and eventually became pragmatic. He distinguished between two interpretations of the dialectic:
Read MoreBuilding Material Specifications and Site Management
Legend: Building Component Attributes
- Name of Component
- Material Description
- Purpose of Item
- Properties of Item
- Degradation Mechanism: Does this material degrade? If yes, by what mechanism?
- Installation and Fixing Issues
- Item Procured From
- Item Delivered to Site By
- Potential Defects on Arrival: When this material arrives on site, what defects may be detected?
- On-Site Storage: How is this material stored on site?
- Ordering Information: Information required to place an order.
- Alternate Material: Name one alternate
Interwar Period: Rise of Totalitarian Regimes & Global Crises
The Interwar Period: Totalitarianism & Global Crises
The Roaring Twenties & Economic Recovery
- League of Nations: Established for international cooperation.
- International Relations: Remained tense despite efforts.
- Pact of Locarno: Aimed to normalize post-WWI relations.
- Economic Recovery: Significant growth in many nations.
- Industrial Development: Rapid expansion of industries.
The Abrupt End to Prosperity: 1929 Crisis
The global economy experienced rapid growth, fueled by financial speculation. People
Read MoreKey Concepts in Economics: Markets, GDP, Inflation & Employment
Market Structures & Competition
Perfect Competition Markets
Goods and services are exchanged voluntarily at a price fixed by the market as a result of the free operation of the laws of supply and demand. In this situation, not a single company has enough power to influence the price, so all companies compete on equal conditions.
Imperfect Competition Markets
One or more companies have the power to influence price, to a greater or lesser extent. The smaller the number of companies, the greater their
Read MoreLiterary Genres, Linguistic Concepts, and Communication Skills
Literary Genres and Narrative Forms
The Fantastic Tale
The fantastic tale tells of everyday, common, and natural actions, but at times, it presents facts in a surprising and inexplicable way, often appearing amazing and supernatural. This situation causes confusion and anxiety in the reader. Within this genre, the impossible is possible. The space in which the characters live is often illogical.
Key Characteristics of the Fantastic Tale:
- The narrator’s subjective point of view, often centered on the
Medical & Sports Terminology Explained
Understanding Medical and Sports Terms
Medical Definitions:
- Unconscious: In a state of not being awake, especially as the result of a head injury.
- Dehydration: Below normal levels of water in the body.
- Swelling: When something is bigger than it should be.
- Relieve Pressure: Less pressure.
- Reputation: The opinion people generally have about someone or the respect they receive, based on past behavior or character.
- Intention: Something that you want and plan to do.
- Drawback: A problem or disadvantage.
- Burnout
Parliamentary vs. Presidential Systems: Understanding Government Structures
- Parliamentary Systems
- Presidential Systems
Parliamentary Systems
Characterized by a binding relationship between the government and parliament. Either body can influence or remove the other, creating interdependence. Parliament exercises power over the government through a censure motion. This motion, initiated by a group of congressmen, challenges the government. If successful, it leads to the government’s fall and replacement. Parliament then facilitates the formation of a new government.
In parliamentary
Read MoreCore Concepts in Computer Graphics and Virtual Reality
Understanding Pixels, Resolution, and Back-Face Detection
A pixel (short for picture element) is the smallest unit of a digital image or display screen. It represents a single point in a raster image and has a specific color and intensity.
Resolution refers to the number of pixels in an image or display, usually written as width × height (e.g., 1920×1080). Higher resolution means more pixels, which leads to sharper and more detailed images.
Back-Face Detection Algorithm
Back-face detection is a hidden
Read MoreEssential Macroeconomic Concepts & Federal Reserve Insights
Real GDP Decrease (2007-2008): Production Levels
When real GDP decreases from 2007 to 2008, we can conclude that production levels are lower in 2008.
Who Changes Money Supply?
The Federal Reserve can change the quantity of money in the economy.
Annual Budget Decision-Makers
The annual budget is decided upon by the President of the United States and the United States Congress.
Federal Reserve Board Structure (FOMC)
The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve (FOMC) is a seven-member board, with each member
Read MoreSpain Under Primo de Rivera: A Historical Analysis
The Dictatorship of Primo de Rivera (1923-1930)
After a coup, Alfonso XIII commissioned Primo de Rivera to form a new government. Primo de Rivera dismantled the Cánovas system (dissolving the courts, annulling the 1876 Constitution, and outlawing political parties) and introduced a one-party authoritarian regime, the Patriotic Union, following the model of Italian fascism under Benito Mussolini. The social groups supporting the new regime were the bourgeoisie, landowners, industrialists, the Church,
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