"Copernicus demonstrated that the earth was not the center of the solar system. We now know that our solar system is not the center of our galaxy, and that our galaxy is not the center of the universe. So let me suggest that in all probability none of us should take ourselves so seriously that we think we are the center of everything." The previous passage is best described as __________.
A) a way of reminding people not to take themselves too seriously
B) a valid inference
C) a fallacious argument masquerading as valid
D) a blatant misinterpretation of Copernicus

Question

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The passage is clearly a way of reminding people not to take themselves too seriously, using the example of Copernicus to show how even our beliefs about the universe have been proven incorrect.

"Copernicus Demonstrated That the Earth Was Not the Center of the Solar