A Key Assumption of Socialism Is That

question 53

Multiple Choice

A key assumption of socialism is that:

• A)the most important economic function of government is to promote rapid economic growth.
• B)tax rates should be kept as low as possible in order to give consumers the maximum possible purchasing power.
• C)economic growth requires strict government control over population growth.
• D)government ownership of some basic businesses is desirable because it helps achieve a more equal distribution of profits among the people.

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