Question

question 15 of 24
how did the scientific revolution change europe?
a. new theories undermined the strength of the church and led people to question authority in general.
b. an increased demand for the use of printing presses drove inflation and resulted in monopolies.
c. recently discovered cures and immunizations for common diseases caused the population to grow rapidly.
d. as public interest shifted toward science and observation, people no longer debated religion and philosophy.

Explanation:

The scientific revolution introduced new scientific theories that challenged traditional religious - based views. This weakened the church's authority and made people question other forms of authority as well. Option B is not directly related to the core impact of the scientific revolution. Option C is more related to later medical advancements rather than the immediate effects of the scientific revolution. Option D is incorrect as interest in science did not stop debates on religion and philosophy.

Answer:

A. New theories undermined the strength of the church and led people to question authority in general.