According to this person, education would produce rational human beings capable of thinking for themselves and questioning authority rather than tacitly accepting tradition.

A. John Locke
B. John Winthrop
C. George Washington
D. Benjamin Franklin

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According to this person, education would produce rational human beings capable of thinking for themselves and questioning authority rather than tacitly accepting tradition.

A. John Locke
B. John Winthrop
C. George Washington
D. Benjamin Franklin

Anonymous · Answer

The correct answer is A. John Locke . He emphasized education as a means to develop rational thinkers who could question authority and traditions. His ideas significantly shaped modern educational systems and democratic thought. 
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GinnyAnswer · Answer

The person referenced in the question is John Locke, who advocated for education that promotes critical thinking and questioning of authority. His philosophy emphasized the importance of developing rational individuals who could make informed decisions rather than simply accepting tradition. Locke's ideas significantly impacted modern education and democratic thought. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-03

According to this person, education would produce rational human beings capable of thinking for themselves and questioning authority rather than tacitly accepting tradition. A. John Locke B. John Winthrop C. George Washington D. Benjamin Franklin

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According to this person, education would produce rational human beings capable of thinking for themselves and questioning authority rather than tacitly accepting tradition.

A. John Locke
B. John Winthrop
C. George Washington
D. Benjamin Franklin