Based on the arguments and opinions set forth in the passage, the author probably believes that acting in accordance with a custom observed by people in the past is:
Explanation:
Where does the author discuss custom? Paragraph 2. Quickly paraphrase the main argument: Custom can be useful, but it's not necessary to always defer to it. With this paraphrase, choice (C) should jump out as the right answer.
Wrong answers:
Option (a): Distortion. Sometimes, not always! Option (b): Distortion. As above. Be wary of extremes. Option (d): Distortion. The fact that customs aren't always to be honored doesn't mean that they lack value.
Hence, option (c).
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