GCSE Philosophy and Ethics Practice Exam

One strength of the design argument is that it is based on our own experience of:

1. Evolution

2. Chaos

3. Human existence

4. Design

The correct answer is: Design

The strength of the design argument lies in its foundation upon our experience of design in the world around us. Observing the intricacies and complexities of the universe, including living organisms and natural structures, leads us to infer that these features are the result of intentional design rather than random chaos. When we see well-ordered systems in nature, intricate biological functions, or even human-made objects, we naturally attribute their existence to a designer. This inclination to recognize and appreciate design supports the argument that the universe itself may also be the product of some intelligent designer. The argument draws on our everyday experiences with designed entities, making it relatable and intuitively understandable. In contrast, other options like evolution and chaos focus on different aspects of understanding the universe and do not emphasize the notion of design that is central to this argument. Human existence might seem relevant, but it doesn't specifically encapsulate the broader concept of design that the design argument hinges upon.