Which of the following analogies best fits Aristotle's, Confucius's, and Kant's vision of virtue?

A. a smorgasbord of tasty desserts
B. a rich man who donates a million dollars to charity in order to get a tax deduction
C. a gangster who is always loyal to the members of his gang
D. a tree that bears good fruit


Answer: D

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