Question ID:PT37 S4 Q9 Passage:Cultural historian:  Universal acceptance of scientific theories that regard human beings only as natural objects subject to natural forces outside the individual's control will inevitably lead to a general decline in morality. After all, if people do not believe that they are responsible for their actions, they will feel unashamed when they act immorally, and a widespread failure of individuals to feel ashamed of their immoral actions is bound to lead to a general moral decline. Stem:The conclusion drawn by the cultural historian follows logically if which one of the following is assumed? Correct Answer Choice:BChoice A:Science does not enable human beings to control natural forces.  Choice B:Human beings who regard themselves only as natural objects will as a result lose their sense of responsibility for their actions.  Choice C:People who have a sense of shame for their moral transgressions will feel responsible for their actions. Choice D:Some scientific theories hold that human beings are not responsible for their actions. Choice E:Scientific explanations that regard human beings as in some respects independent of the laws of nature will not lead to a general decline in morality.