Which of the following best describes pragmatism?
a. using language and mental images as a basis for problem-solving on tangible concrete items
b. coordinating sensory modalities with motor skills as a basis for an individual's perception of his or her world
c. applying rigid logical thought to solve real-life situations that contain complexities and inconsistencies
d. adapting logical thought to solve practical real-life situations that contain complexities and inconsistencies
Answer: D
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