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Question #N1249

Many modern-day philosophers argue that the true nature of reality is more complex than humans can typically understand. They posit that our everyday perceptions are often limited by our senses and by the ways in which we have learned to interact with the world. The most common example to illustrate this point is our understanding of colors. There are many more colors than humans can see, but we can only perceive those colors that fall within the range of our visual spectrum. In other words, our understanding of colors is limited by the way in which we perceive the world. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the example of our understanding of colors?

In this passage, the example of our understanding of colors is used to

A. provide a specific illustration of a complex philosophical idea.

B. explain how the human senses limit our understanding of the world.

C. contrast the ways in which humans and animals perceive the world.

D. argue that humans should strive to expand their range of sensory experiences.

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Correct Answer is: B

The example of colors is used to illustrate how our senses limit our perception of the world. The passage argues that humans can only see those colors that fall within the range of our visual spectrum. In other words, our senses limit our understanding of colors. This is the main point that the author is trying to make.