Historians would agree that Social Darwinism
A) led some to believe that the extinction of so-called "inferior races" was a good thing.
B) contended that through evolution, states would eventually eliminate war.
C) applauded the cosmopolitanism of the philosophes.
D) continued Enlightenment traditions.
E) strengthened Christian belief.

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Social Darwinism was a belief that some races were inherently superior to others and that the weaker races should be allowed to die out. This idea led to the belief that the extinction of so-called "inferior races" was a good thing. It was used to justify imperialistic policies and racism, and it has been criticized for its influence on the eugenics movement and Nazi ideology.

Historians Would Agree That Social Darwinism