Descartes attempts to justify his epistemic principle by proving the existence of
A) God.
B) an evil genius.
C) dreams.
D) a mad scientist.

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Descartes justifies his epistemic principle, particularly the reliability of clear and distinct perceptions, by proving the existence of a benevolent God who would not deceive him about the truths he clearly and distinctly perceives.

Descartes Attempts to Justify His Epistemic Principle by Proving the Existence