This early scholastic philosopher was a Franciscan friar best known for his principle that opposes multiplying unnecessary entities in making propositions or drawing conclusions.
- William of Ockham
- St. Jerome
- John Scottus
- St. Augustine
Answer
The correct answer is A) William of Ockham.
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