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The neighbor who entered the burning house was frightened but had always valued the concept of heroism. Now faced with the opportunity, he chose to act heroically. In this example, heroism is an example of a(n):a. imperfect duty
b. universal obligation
c. personal obligation
d. moral obligation
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