Anselm says, "Hence, there is no doubt that there exists a being, than which nothing greater can be conceived, and it exists both in the __________ and in _________."
A) understanding; reality
B) noumena; phenomena
C) perception; conception
D) traditions; customs

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Anselm's argument is based on the concept of God as the greatest possible being, so the phrase "than which nothing greater can be conceived" is important. Anselm argues that such a being must exist not only in our understanding or conception, but in reality as well. Therefore, the best choice is A, which includes both understanding and reality. The other options (B, C, and D) do not accurately reflect Anselm's ideas.

Anselm Says, "Hence, There Is No Doubt That There Exists