The existence of which of the following phenomena would most strongly challenge the author's argument about "conforming to custom merely as custom "?
Explanation:
Find the relevant text in the passage. The author is arguing that conforming to custom for custom's sake stifles development. We want to find an answer choice that challenges this, so look for an answer where custom is followed but development isn't stifled. Choice (c) is tailor—made for the occasion.
Wrong answers:
Option (a): Opposite. This would support the author's arguments that custom can trump personal judgment and growth. Option (b): Out of Scope. This has no bearing on custom or development; chuck it. Option (d): Out of Scope. The custom element we're looking for is mentioned, but there's nothing about development.
Hence, option (c).
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