Using Darwin's Terminology, Herbert Spencer Argued That

question 102

Multiple Choice

Using Darwin's terminology, Herbert Spencer argued that

• A) no progress in human society was now possible and decadence had set in everywhere.
• B) no rational justification could be given to "natural selection."
• C) peaceful progress was inevitable.
• D) evolution could never be reversed.
• E) human societies were organism evolving through time by struggling with their environments.

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Definitions:

High Machiavellian

Characterizes individuals with a personality trait that predisposes them to manipulate others for personal gain, often without ethical considerations.

Political

Pertaining to the government, public affairs, or the administration of public policy.

Manipulate Encounters

A strategy or act of deliberately creating or influencing situations to achieve desired outcomes, often in a professional or social context.

Ingratiation

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