James says, "The thesis I defend is this: Our ______________ not only lawfully may, but must, decide an option between propositions, whenever it is a genuine option that cannot by its nature be decided on intellectual grounds."
A) rationality
B) religious belief
C) metaphysics
D) passional nature

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James argues that our passional nature, or our emotional and instinctual tendencies, can guide us in making choices when intellectual reasoning is not sufficient. This aligns with James' philosophy of pragmatism, which emphasizes the practical consequences of belief and action rather than abstract theories or metaphysical concepts.

James Says, "The Thesis I Defend Is This: Our ______________