Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True of Tradition

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true of tradition as an alternative source of knowledge?

• A) It is a special case of authority.
• B) It may begin as simple prejudice.
• C) It means that you believe something to be true because "it's the way things have always been."
• D) It can become distorted as it is passed on, to the point where it is no longer true.
• E) It is the same as common sense.

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Definitions:

Pinnae

The visible part of the ear that protrudes from each side of the head, playing a role in collecting sound vibrations and directing them into the ear canal.

Inner Ear

A complex structure deep within the ear responsible for hearing and balance, containing the cochlea and vestibular system.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped cavity in the inner ear that plays a key role in the sense of hearing by converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses.

Decibel

A unit of measurement for sound intensity, often used to describe sound levels in various environments.