Which of the following statements is true about Mencius (Mengzi, Meng Tzu)?

A. He was a Mohist with a stern view of human nature.
B. He was a Legalist with a pessimistic view of human nature.
C. He was a Confucian with a positive view of human nature.
D. He was a Daoist with a very optimistic view of human nature.


Answer: C

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