The following text discusses moral psychology.
Haidt's social intuitionist model challenges rationalist accounts of moral judgment. Rather than reasoned conclusions, moral judgments emerge as intuitive responses, with reasoning serving primarily to justify post-hoc. Studies show that people often maintain judgments even when reasoning is undermined—the phenomenon of "moral dumbfounding." Critics argue the model neglects cases where genuine reasoning changes moral positions and underestimates reasoned disagreement between individuals.
Which choice best describes the overall structure of the text?
It presents a psychological model, provides supporting evidence, and notes objections.
It provides step-by-step instructions for moral decision-making.
It traces the historical development of moral philosophy.
It compares moral judgments across different cultures.
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The text presents the social intuitionist model, provides evidence (moral dumbfounding), and notes objections (reasoning can change positions).
- Evidence: The text presents the model: "Haidt's social intuitionist model challenges rationalist accounts." It provides evidence: "Studies show... 'moral dumbfounding'." It notes objections: "Critics argue the model neglects cases where genuine reasoning changes moral positions."
- Reasoning: The structure is Model -> Evidence -> Counter-argument.
- Conclusion: This matches "presents a psychological model, provides supporting evidence, and notes objections."
đź’ˇ Strategy: Track the flow: Intuition first (Model) -> Proof -> Wait, reasoning matters too (Objection).
Choice B is incorrect because instructions aren't given. Choice C is incorrect because history isn't traced. Choice D is incorrect because cultures aren't compared.