Question

exit, continuo hoc mors est illius, quod fuit ante.\ \for, whatever from its own confines passes changed, this is at once the death of that which before it was.\–lucretius,² ii. 752.

1. demades the athenian - an ancient greek orator and statesman (380-318 b.c.)
2. lucretius - an ancient roman philosopher (96-55 b.c.)

montaigne argues that benefiting at the expense of others is actually according to the laws of nature (section 3). this appeals to

our logic – we understand that when one thing increases, something else must decrease.

our emotions – anything involving nature is an emotional issue for physicians.

statistical evidence – montaigne cites studies that show this is true.

Explanation:

To determine the correct option, we analyze each choice:

• The first option ("our logic - we understand that when one thing increases, something else must decrease") aligns with Montaigne's argument about the laws of nature (a logical cause - effect relationship of gain and loss).
• The second option is incorrect as there's no indication of physicians or an emotional appeal related to nature in this context.
• The third option is incorrect because Montaigne does not cite statistical studies here; he appeals to a logical understanding of natural laws.

Answer:

A. our logic - we understand that when one thing increases, something else must decrease