Which of the following is the mark of an educated mind? For the same reason as was suggested by Aristotle, namely being educated is not the same as being able __________.
A) to remember vast amounts of information
B) to deceive others with clever rhetoric
C) to force others to comply with one's orders
D) to entertain a thought without accepting it

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Aristotle believed that being educated means being able to entertain a thought without necessarily accepting it. This shows critical thinking skills and an open-mindedness that is essential for an educated mind. Remembering vast amounts of information, deceiving others with rhetoric, and forcing others to comply with orders do not necessarily indicate an educated mind.

Which of the Following Is the Mark of an Educated