- A. Modern technology enfeebles societal structure and makes life difficult.
- B. Modern life is full of uncertainties and endless difficult choices.
- C. We are influenced by the opinion of others and have no courage to follow our own convictions.
- D. In our lives, having too few choices may not be a good thing, but having too many can be equally as difficult.
Answer: D
Explanation
The passage introduces ‘the paradox of choice’ using Buridan’s ass, where an abundance of equally appealing options leads to paralysis. It then extends this to modern life, where technology ‘exacerbate[s] our glut of choices,’ making decisions more difficult and leading to unhappiness and anxiety despite attractive options. The core message is that while choices are fundamental, an *excess* of choices can be detrimental. Option (D) perfectly encapsulates this ‘paradox of choice’ by stating that ‘having too few choices may not be a good thing, but having too many can be equally as difficult.’ Options (A), (B), and (C) either misrepresent the passage’s focus or introduce elements not discussed (societal structure, external influence). This question tests the ability to identify the central theme and implied message of the passage, a key skill for CSAT.