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Which political philosopher wrote that life in a government-less state of nature would be
"solitary,poor,nasty,brutish,and short"?

A) Montesquieu
B) Locke
C) Hobbes
D) Aristotle

Government-less State

A hypothetical or theoretical situation where society operates without a formal government, often associated with anarchism or extreme libertarian views.

Hobbes

Refers to Thomas Hobbes, a 17th-century English philosopher known for his work on political philosophy and his social contract theory, as outlined in his book "Leviathan."

Locke

Refers to John Locke, a 17th-century English philosopher known for his work in political philosophy, particularly regarding the development of liberalism.

  • Understand the significance of fundamental philosophical ideas that shaped the establishment of the United States.
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liliana morales6 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The quote "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short" is famously associated with Thomas Hobbes, who believed that without the strong control of government, humans would live in a state of constant conflict and a war of all against all.