Which of the following terms describes basic convictions that "a specific mode of conduct or end state of existence is personally or socially preferable to an opposite mode of conduct"?
A) values
B) attitudes
C) convictions
D) preferences
E) affectual preferences

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Values are basic convictions that a specific mode of conduct or end state of existence is personally or socially preferable to an opposite mode of conduct. Attitudes refer to a person's overall evaluation or feeling about a particular object or situation, while convictions are strong beliefs or opinions. Preferences refer to a person's liking or favoring of one choice over another, and affectual preferences are preferences that stem from emotional reactions or feelings. Therefore, values best describe the given description.

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