Contrary to the philosophy of Legalism, Mencius believed that
A. people were inherently good and did not need to be coerced by the government.
B. people should not do to others what they would not want done to them.
C. people were inherently selfish and must be forced to behave and do their duties.
D. one should avoid conflict and wasting energy.
E. the government that governs less, governs best.
Answer: A
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