When do we see absurdity in ordinary life, according to Nagel?
A) When we reflect on situations
B) When a situation includes a conspicuous discrepancy between pretension/aspiration and reality
C) When we come into contact with our own mortality
D) When we think about how small we are relative to the universe

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Nagel suggests that absurdity arises when there is a noticeable gap between our aspirations or pretensions and the reality of our situation, highlighting the incongruity in our lives.

When Do We See Absurdity in Ordinary Life, According to Nagel