How did the philosophes influence ideas on society and the economy?

Question

This is a question i have for World History, I'm looking for the answer all over in my textbook but I just can't find it, so can someone please help me, I have sooo much work, i still have to write like 4 , 500 word essayys.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 1

philosophers used reasoning to try to come up with answers for the problems of their time. eventually their ideas reflected government and society issues. many of their ideas from then have now influenced societies and economies.

Answer 2

Try these links

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philosophy#Applied_philosophy

http://www.amherst.edu/askphilosophers/question/1249