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The geometrical approach to construction problems , rather than the algebraic one , was favored by most 16th and 17th century mathematicians , notably Blaise Pascal who argued against the use of algebraic and analytical methods in geometry .
 person: Blaise Pascal
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 person: Blaise Pascal