true or false

The philosophies of Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Montesquieu did NOT influence the ideas expressed in the Declaration of Independence.

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False. The philosophies of Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Montesquieu significantly influenced the ideas expressed in the Declaration of Independence. In particular, John Locke's concepts of natural rights and the social contract were foundational to the principles articulated in the document.