In Chapter 1, we learned how to recognize the main issue in a passage. Consider
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Question
In Chapter 1, we learned how to recognize the main issue in a passage. Consider the following example: “What we believe, we think is reasonable, and because of that agree to it. What we disbelieve, we think is unreasonable, and because of that disagree with it. Belief, therefore, and not reason, is the principle means by which most people come by their opinions.” The main issue is whether or not
A. belief is a more solid means than reason to form our opinions.
B. belief is the principle means by which most people come to their opinions.
C. reason is a more solid means than belief to form our opinions.
D. reason along with belief is the best means for forming our opinions.
Explanation / Answer
B.belief is the principle means by which most people come to their opinions.