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Muslims had practical reasons for supporting the advancement of science. Rulers wanted qualified physicians treating their ills. The faithful ... relied on mathematicians and astronomers to calculate the times for prayer and the direction of Mecca. . . . Their attitude reflected a deep-seated curiosity about the world and a quest for truth that reached back as far as. . . Mohammed himself.
Based only on this document, what were the effects of Islamic Civilization in the Middle Ages?

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Based only on this document, Islamic Civilization in the Middle Ages encouraged and supported scientific advancement. Specific effects shown are:

- Promotion of medicine: rulers sought qualified physicians to treat their illnesses.
- Advancement of mathematics and astronomy: the faithful relied on mathematicians and astronomers to calculate prayer times and the direction of Mecca.
- A general cultural attitude of inquiry: a deep-seated curiosity and quest for truth, traced back to Muhammad, fostered and sustained scientific work.