​All of the Following Are True About the History of Work

question 22

Multiple Choice

​All of the following are true about the history of work except that:

• A) ​the early Christians viewed working as doing penance for Original Sin.
• B) ​the ancient Greeks justified slavery on the grounds that it freed citizens to spend their time in philosophic contemplation.
• C) the ancient Hebrews viewed work as both a drudgery as well as an expression of love for God.
• D) the Romans viewed commercial banking as vulgar and demeaning.

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Definitions:

Distribution

The process of making a product or service available for the consumer or business user that needs it, which can involve transportation, packaging, and delivery.

Production

The process of creating, developing, manufacturing, or bringing forth goods and services, typically involving both human labor and tools or machinery.

Collective Ownership

A principle or practice where the assets or property are owned jointly by all members of a group or community, emphasizing shared rights and responsibilities.

Means of Production

The tools, machinery, facilities, and resources used to produce goods and services, often discussed in the context of economic systems and ownership.