Central to Hume's Skepticism Is the Belief That

question 33

Multiple Choice

Central to Hume's skepticism is the belief that

• A) only with divine inspiration can the human mind know anything.
• B) since senses are flawed, they are not a legitimate source of knowledge.
• C) our sense experiences can never prove cause and effect; perceived causes and effect are only the result of habit.
• D) the pursuit of knowledge leads to pain and should be avoided.
• E) unless something is proven to be useful it is not true.

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Definitions:

Entity Theorists

Researchers who believe that personal traits and intelligence are fixed and unchangeable.

Incremental Theorists

Individuals who believe that personal qualities, such as intelligence or ability, can grow and change through effort and experience.

Fixed Traits

Characteristics or attributes of an individual that are seen as permanent and unchangeable.

Perceived Helplessness

The belief that one has no control over their environment and outcomes, leading to a lack of effort to change or improve situations.