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Which ancient philosopher was a disciple of Socrates and founded a school in Cyrene?
Plato
Aristotle
Diogenes
Aristippus
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Aristippus, a disciple of Socrates, founded the Cyrenaics, a famous school of philosophy in Cyrene during the fourth century BC. The school focused on the pursuit of pleasure and happiness.
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