Marx Predicted That When Workers Realized That Capitalists Were the Source

question 17

Multiple Choice

Marx predicted that when workers realized that capitalists were the source of their oppression, they would overthrow the capitalists and take over the government, creating a(n) _______________society.

• A) class
• B) caste
• C) egalitarian
• D) stratified

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Definitions:

Pluralistic Ignorance

A psychological state where individuals mistakenly believe their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are different from those of the group, often due to a lack of open communication.

Bystander Effect

A social psychological theory that suggests that individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present, often due to a diffusion of responsibility.

Diffusion of Responsibility

The phenomenon where individuals in a group are less likely to take action or feel accountable, assuming that others will do so.

Commons Dilemma

A situation in which individuals' short-term selfish interests conflict with long-term group welfare, often relating to resource management.