Asked by Jordan Novak on May 29, 2024

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When philosophers think about society, they ​

A) are usually too afraid to think imaginatively.
B) are, surprisingly, able to detach themselves entirely from the society they actually live in.
C) are, not surprisingly, influenced by the society they actually live in.
D) tend to think, almost exclusively, communistically.

Philosophers

Thinkers who engage in critical study, analysis, and questioning of concepts pertaining to existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.

Society

A community of people living in a more or less ordered community, often characterized by its laws, customs, and organizations.

  • Identify and distinguish the influence of societal context on philosophical thought.
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Mokgadi MametjaJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Philosophers live in the same society as everyone else, and it is difficult, if not impossible, to completely detach themselves from the influences of that society. Therefore, it is not surprising that their thinking is influenced by the society they live in.