The Achilles and the tortoise paradox,proposed by the philosopher Zeno,is an illustration of what concept?
A) Infinity, particularly the idea that any linear distance contains an infinite number of intermediary points between its start and end.
B) Geometric ratios, particularly the fact that for any right-angled triangle the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the two shorter sides.
C) Ambiguity, particularly the often uncertain relationship between stability and change.
D) Pragmatics, particularly the pointlessness of speculating about the ultimate nature of the universe and the need to focus on human experience.

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The Achilles and the tortoise paradox deals with the concept of infinity and the idea that any linear distance can be broken down into an infinite number of intermediary points.

The Achilles and the Tortoise Paradox,proposed by the Philosopher Zeno,is