The Idea That Humans Were, by Nature, Creatures of Reason

question 20

Multiple Choice

The idea that humans were, by nature, creatures of reason and basic goodwill is an idea embraced by ________.

• A) Locke, in opposition to the ideas of Descartes
• B) Hobbes, in opposition to the ideas of John Locke
• C) Locke, in opposition to the ideas of Thomas Hobbes
• D) Bacon, in opposition to the ideas of John Locke

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Definitions:

Trade Deficit

A condition where the value of a nation's imports surpasses that of its exports, leading to a trade deficit.

Exports

Goods or services sold by one country to purchasers in another country.

Imports

Goods or services brought into a country from abroad for sale, which can impact a nation's balance of trade.

Trade Deficit

A situation where a country's imports of goods and services exceed its exports, resulting in a negative balance of trade.