Which of the Following Is an Observation That Alexis De

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an observation that Alexis de Tocqueville made in his study of American society?

• A) Americans had little independence of mind despite their emphasis on individualism.
• B) Individual freedom was widespread despite the principle of majority rule.
• C) Democratic values had little impact on American social institutions.
• D) Americans were controlled mostly by capitalist values.

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