What Did Sir Isaac Newton Mean When He Noted That

question 37

Multiple Choice

What did Sir Isaac Newton mean when he noted that scholars stand on the shoulders of giants?

• A) Previous scholars had biased opinions.
• B) All scholars tend to find what they are looking for.
• C) Scholars build on previous theory and discoveries.
• D) Current scholars have narrow points of view.

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