Multiple choice

The Cartesian geometry was developed by

  1. Newton

  2. Euclid

  3. Pythagorus

  4. Descartes
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rene Descartes developed Cartesian geometry in the 17th century, which combines algebra and geometry using coordinate systems. The term 'Cartesian' comes from his Latin name Cartesius. Newton developed calculus, Euclid founded geometry, and Pythagoras discovered his famous theorem, but none created coordinate geometry.

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