Which of the following was argued by the French scholar René Descartes (1596-1650) ?
A) The only thing that is certain is that nothing in life is certain; therefore, man should lead a life of pleasure.
B) Scientific learning might very well undermine religious faith, which would lead to the downfall of the Catholic church.
C) Alchemy and astronomy are part of natural magic and are valid subjects for scientific exploration.
D) A scientific approach to knowledge could lead to a secure understanding of nature and human behavior.
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