_______ is well known for his analysis of how humans existed in their natural state,before the emergence of formal social structures.

A) Thomas Hobbes
B) Karl Marx
C) John Locke
D) Charles de Montesquieu

Natural State

A condition or situation perceived as inherent and untouched by human influence, often referring to environments or human behavior.

Thomas Hobbes

A 17th-century English philosopher known for his work on political philosophy, especially as articulated in his book "Leviathan," where he discusses the structure of society and legitimate government.

Formal Social Structures

Organized and established social patterns and institutions that dictate behavior and relationships within a society.