What was one reason given in the text to explain why Western science and medicine remained fairly stagnant during the Middle Ages?
A) Very few people received a formal education.
B) The was little or no communication between groups of peoples.
C) Sickness and death were rampant.
D) The church was able to determine the standard of truth

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The church held significant power during the Middle Ages and was able to determine what was considered the standard of truth. This meant that scientific and medical advancements that went against church teachings or beliefs were often suppressed.

What Was One Reason Given in the Text to Explain