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In History / High School | 2014-11-13

A period of European history wherein scientific advancements were made, and logic and reason were used to advance intellectual thought was known as the period of: ____.

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The Age of Enlightenment is the time, centered upon the 18th century, in which reason was used as the primary source for authority.

Answered by AJNa | 2024-06-10

The period in question is the Age of Enlightenment, which spanned the 18th century and focused on reason and logic in intellectual thought. Key figures included philosophers like Locke and Voltaire, who challenged traditional authorities and inspired democratic ideals. This movement significantly influenced modern science, politics, and education.
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Answered by AJNa | 2025-06-17