Question

1. the new scientific method of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries relied on

a.
atural philosophers.\
c. greek thinker aristotle.

b. direct observation and experiment
d. scientific knowledge that already existed

Explanation:

The new scientific method of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries (the Scientific Revolution era) emphasized direct observation and experiment to gain knowledge, moving away from relying solely on ancient authorities or philosophical speculation. Option A refers to earlier thinkers, C is an ancient philosopher, and D is not what the new method relied on. So B is correct.

Answer:

B. direct observation and experiment