What does Mencius mean when he says that "human nature is good"?
A) That all humans are good but can be corrupted by circumstances.
B) That although many humans act badly, they are good at heart.
C) That people are only acting as humans when they act virtuously.
D) That everyone has the natural capacity to become good.

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Mencius believed that all humans have an inherent potential for goodness, which can be nurtured and developed through proper cultivation and moral education.

What Does Mencius Mean When He Says That "Human Nature