Question

how did french philosopher rené descartes contribute to the scientific revolution?
○ he invented new scientific instruments.
○ he developed mathematical principles.
○ he made discoveries about the universe.
○ he developed a new way to solve problems.

Explanation:

René Descartes is known for his method of doubt and systematic reasoning. He emphasized a rational approach to problem - solving. He did not invent new scientific instruments (that was more the work of others like Galileo with the telescope). While he had mathematical contributions (like analytic geometry), the more significant contribution to the Scientific Revolution in the context of the options was his development of a new way to solve problems (a rational, systematic method). He was not primarily known for making discoveries about the universe (that was more in the realm of astronomers like Copernicus, Kepler, and Galileo).

Answer:

He developed a new way to solve problems.