Joyce claims that "The advance of scientific discovery, the gradual improvement of the organization of the community, the growth of material civilization-all these are due in no small degree to the stimulus afforded by ..."
A) our minds.
B) pain.
C) laws of nature.
D) benevolence.

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Joyce states that the advance of scientific discovery, improvement of community organization, and growth of material civilization are "due in no small degree to the stimulus afforded by pain." This suggests that pain, whether physical or emotional, has motivated humans to create advancements and improvements in society.

Joyce Claims That "The Advance of Scientific Discovery, the Gradual