In various philosophical discussions, there is a common assertion that the world we perceive today is not an everlasting entity, and that there was a significant event that initiated everything that exists, existed, and will exist. In other words, the world itself has not been timeless as our perceptions might suggest at first glance _______.

Which of the following meaningfully completes the above argument?

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but has a finite duration following its inception.

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but our perceptions provide us with absolute truth.

however, upon further reflection, our philosophical views are correct.

however, it is merely a collection of particles.

however, it must have always existed.

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The argument discusses the belief that the universe is not eternal and suggests that there was a beginning. The phrase 'has not been timeless' indicates that the universe has a limited existence. Therefore, the…

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What this question tests

What it tests

Whether you can complete the last sentence of an argument in a way that is logically consistent with it.

Common trap

Choosing an option that sounds plausible but contradicts the argument or introduces new information.