Rousseau argued what point in his writings about the natural human state?

a. Rousseau believed people were basically good and had a natural innocence.
b. Rousseau believed that people were naturally cruel, greedy, and selfish.
c. Rousseau believed that people needed governments to step in and protect their natural rights.
d. Rousseau believed in the divine right theory.


Answer: a. Rousseau believed people were basically good and had a natural innocence.

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