Those who think that universal terms like "man" denote something that exists outside the mind subscribe to _____.
A) conceptualism
B) realism
C) druidism
D) abstractionism

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Realism is the view that the external world exists independently of our thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions. Therefore, using universal terms like "man" to refer to a certain type of being is seen as a reflection of an external reality that exists beyond the mind.

Those Who Think That Universal Terms Like "Man" Denote Something