Question 92

Quantum Physics really begins to point to this discovery. It says that you can't have a Universe without mind __________ into it, and that the mind is actually __________ the very thing that is being __________ .

The statement explores the philosophical implications of quantum physics, which holds that the mind and the universe are inextricably linked. It asserts that the mind must be actively forming or influencing what is being observed and that it must be somehow integrated into the universe.

As we read the sentence, it becomes clear that the first blank should be filled with a verb that implies the mind is becoming part of the universe; ; the second blank requires a verb that implies the mind is defining, influencing, or shaping reality, suggesting that reality is not totally objective but is shaped in part by the observer. The third word should describe how the universe (or reality) is received or interpreted.

We now examine each option one by one. 

A. "Quantum Physics really begins to point to this discovery. It says that you can't have a Universe without mind getting into it, and that the mind is actually creating the very thing that is being acknowledged. ": For a sentence discussing quantum philosophy, "getting into it" is too informal and imprecise; acknowledged is too passive and doesn't quite fit the concept of perception, creating a tone mismatch. As a result, the option is rejected.

B. "Quantum Physics really begins to point to this discovery. It says that you can't have a Universe without mind intruding into it, and that the mind is actually making the very thing that is being construed.": Intruding into it has a very negative connotation, as it somewhat implies mind is invading the universe, which contradiucts the original philosophical tone of the passage. Using "making" for the second blank is kind of vague, " construed is awkward when paired with previous choices: overall this set of words has a very inconsistent tone, and so we reject this option as well. 

C. "Quantum Physics really begins to point to this discovery. It says that you can't have a Universe without mind entering into it, and that the mind is actually shaping the very thing that is being perceived." : The sentence now seems to make appropriate sense. "Entering into it" is subtle and appropriate; suggests the mind is becoming involved, without being intrusive, "Shaping" is consistent with the notion that the mind actively shapes reality; and "Perceived" is directly related to concepts of subjectivity and observation in quantum physics. All three terms are precise, conceptually aligned, and suitable for the tone.

D. "Quantum Physics really begins to point to this discovery. It says that you can't have a Universe without mind penetrating into it, and that the mind is actually forming the very thing that is being seen." : "penetrating" sounds too forceful for the philosophical tone, "forming" is acceptable, but shaping was a better choice, seen is also acceptable, but lacks the philosophical depth of perceived. 

Correct Answer is therefore Option C:  entering, shaping, perceived

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