Which of the Following Best Describes Sir Isaac Newton's Attitude

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes Sir Isaac Newton's attitude toward Christianity?

• A)Religion is nothing more than the "opiate of the masses."
• B)All religions must be rejected because they are contrary to human reason.
• C)All worldly concerns must be rejected in order for the soul to be saved.
• D)Science and faith are compatible and mutually supporting.
• E)Christianity is a superstition that ought to be rejected when tested by science.

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Definitions:

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Place Learning

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Response Learning

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Tolman, Ritchie, Kalish

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