Which Secular Alternative Disavows the Comforting Answers Offered by Religion

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which secular alternative disavows the comforting answers offered by religion or social convention and focuses squarely on individual responsibility for making choices that define who we are and what we will become?

• A) Realism
• B) Existentialism
• C) Positivism
• D) Humanism

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Definitions:

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming as self-characteristic a negative stereotype about one's group, which can negatively affect the performance in the area to which the stereotype is relevant.

Ethnic Group

A community or population made up of people who share a common cultural background or descent.

Test Performance

The outcome or scores obtained from an assessment or evaluation, reflecting the individual's knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Stereotype Threat

The apprehension or fear that one's behavior will confirm an existing stereotype about one's group, which can negatively impact performance.