Hume says, "Reason being cool and disengaged, is no _________________, and directs only the impulse received from appetite or inclination, by showing us the means of attaining happiness or avoiding misery."
A) relative ambiguity
B) measure of ideas
C) spiritual toolkit
D) motive to action

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hume is stating that reason alone does not provide motivation for action, but instead simply provides the means to achieve our desires and avoid unpleasant experiences. Therefore, the best choice is option D, "motive to action."

Hume Says, "Reason Being Cool and Disengaged, Is No _________________