According to the Author, How Ingrained Is Philosophical Naturalism in the West

question 38

Multiple Choice

According to the author, how ingrained is philosophical naturalism in the West?

• A) It is still the minority position, but gaining strength
• B) In scholarly discourse, it is the orthodoxy of the intellectual world
• C) It is ironically the very thing that has buttressed modern faith
• D) The author said it could not be assessed

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Definitions:

Taste Aversions

A learned response where an individual avoids consuming a particular food or drink because it has been associated with illness or a negative experience.

Coyotes

Medium-sized canines native to North America known for their adaptability to diverse habitats, including urban areas, and their vocalizations, such as howls and yips.

Conditioned Taste Aversion

The learned avoidance of a particular food following a negative experience, such as illness, associated with that food.

Risky Behavior

Actions undertaken despite the potential for negative consequences, often evaluated in contexts of health, finance, and safety.