Question

As a leader of Florence, Cosimo de’ Medici was best characterized as a

A. pope.
B. dictator.
C. statesman.
D. patron.

Answer 1

B. Patron

Step-by-step explanation:

Cosimo de Medici (1389-1464) was an Italian statesman, member of the Medici family, and ruler of Florence, who used his influence and power to spread, support, and patronage knowledge and the arts.

He was known for befriending geniuses and artists to whom he offered commissions to spread and continue their work.