Philosophy · Western Philosophy
Which of the following statements regarding René Descartes is NOT correct?
- 1His intellectual autobiography is notable for its rejection of past authority and preconceived opinion.
- 2He was educated by the Jesuits and received a firm grounding in Scholastic philosophy.
- 3He was inspired to study mathematics primarily by Isaac Beeckman, who was a famous Dutch mathematician.✓
- 4He is universally acknowledged as one of the chief architects of modernity.
Correct answer
He was inspired to study mathematics primarily by Isaac Beeckman, who was a famous Dutch mathematician.
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