According to Marcuse modern societies are characterized by one-dimensional thought in which
A) ideas, aspirations, and objectives that transcend the established universe of discourse and action are either repelled or reduced to terms of this universe.
B) individuals are free to choice which dimension is most appropriate to their personal thoughtpatterns.
C) repressive desublimation enables individuals to express their instinctual desires.
D) ideas, aspirations and objectives are actions that repel the universe.

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According to Marcuse, modern societies are characterized by one-dimensional thought in which ideas, aspirations, and objectives that transcend the established universe of discourse and action are either repelled or reduced to terms of this universe. This means that individuals are only able to think within the confines of what is already known and accepted, and anything that goes beyond this is rejected or altered to fit within these boundaries. Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

According to Marcuse Modern Societies Are Characterized by One-Dimensional Thought