Which of the following best captures Aristotle's idea of happiness?
A) Happiness means different things to different people, with some people finding happiness in pleasure, some in politics, some in moneymaking, and some in study.
B) Happiness is complete, self-sufficient pleasure.
C) Happiness involves having enough external goods, such as wealth and honor, to pursue whichever form of life seems best to each person.
D) Happiness consists in taking pleasure in virtuous activity, which is activity of the soul in accord with reason.

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Aristotle defines happiness as an activity of the soul in accordance with virtue, emphasizing the importance of rational activity and virtuous living for achieving true happiness.

Which of the Following Best Captures Aristotle's Idea of Happiness