The intellectuals of the Enlightenment advocated the
A) creation of a new religion of sciences.
B) use of the scientific method to foster progress toward a "better" society.
C) application of religious precepts to all knowledge.
D) inversion of human development.
E) abandonment of reason for the purpose of developing human knowledge.

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The intellectuals of the Enlightenment believed in using the scientific method to achieve progress and improve society. They emphasized reason and rationality over traditional beliefs and superstitions. While they did not advocate for the creation of a new religion, some did believe in the importance of natural theology, which saw God's hand in the laws of science and nature. They did not promote the abandonment of reason, as this went against their emphasis on rationality and scientific thinking.

The Intellectuals of the Enlightenment Advocated the