The passage suggests that even customs based on correctly—interpreted experiences may not be helpful as guides for action because:
Explanation:
Go back to the point in paragraph 2 that discusses this. Paraphrase the argument: customs are useful for characters that fit the norm, but not for characters that are out of the ordinary. Choice (a) states the same point.
Wrong answers:
Option (b): Out of Scope. While this may be true, it doesn't touch on the "normal " and abnormal characters at the crux of the argument. Option (c): Out of Scope. As above. The author's argument doesn't depend on whether experiences vary. Option (d): Out of Scope. This is certainly true, but doesn't answer the question of why customs might not always be helpful.
Hence, option (a).
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