Which scientific area has the most influence in shaping modern classification methods?

The answer is " evolution". Evolution is a major force in shaping modern classification methods. Evolution is the adjustment in the qualities of an animal categories more than a few ages and depends on the procedure of common determination.

evolution

Explanation:

you did not attach the discourse, but i assume it to be the discourse on the origin and basis of inequality among men (the original titile in french is: "discours sur l'origine et les fondements de l'inégalité parmi les hommes"), also know as "second discourse". in this discourse, jean-jacques rousseau emphasizes that private property is the basis of all inequalities.

therefore, what enabled the old regime to maintain as long as it did was private property.

1. is geographic distribution

2 is increasing complexity

3 is transitional forms