In which city was a Jesuit college of the early 17th century the origin of Argentina's oldest university?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Cordoba, in the central sierras
- Step 1: The Jesuits founded their college in Cordoba and it grew into the first university. Step 2. This is why the city is nicknamed the Docta. Answer: Cordoba, in the central sierras. Why not the others: Mendoza, Salta and Rosario did not host the first university.
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