In the context of the role of experience in acquiring moral knowledge, which of the following is a belief of positivists?

A. Adhering to commonly held beliefs is the surest path to true wisdom.
B. Each individual is responsible for his or her actions and the consequences of those actions.
C. There are some moral norms that must be obeyed by all people.
D. Moral judgments are simply expressions of an individual's emotions.


Answer: D

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