From What Idea or Disposition Did the Philosopher René Descartes

question 15

Multiple Choice

From what idea or disposition did the philosopher René Descartes derive his dictum "Cogito, ergo sum" ("I think, therefore I am") ?

• A) a belief in the soul's immortality
• B) the effort to doubt everything
• C) an affirmation of God's existence
• D) solemn respect for the Church's authority

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