3. What according to Descartes confers legitimacy on the Cogito?

1. Logic B.Extensive observation    
C. Universal assent D. Adherence to a valid principle  
       

Descartes maintains that the Cogito is valid in virtue of the principle that whatever is absolutely clear and distinct as an idea is certain. So (D) is the best answer.

I suppose (B) is the worst ...

 

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