The Encyclopédie Was a Massive Undertaking That Brought Together Over

question 13

Multiple Choice

The Encyclopédie was a massive undertaking that brought together over 140 contributors in writing 60,000 articles. The underlying goal of the Encyclopédie was ________.

• A) to collect and present current knowledge on all topics
• B) to support the reforming efforts of Louis XV
• C) to change the general way of thinking
• D) to provide a steady and regular income for all the philosophes
• E) to destroy religious belief and undermine religious authority

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Definitions:

Trade Deficit

The economic condition that occurs when a country imports more goods and services than it exports.

Economic Growth

Economic Growth is the increase in a country's production of goods and services over time, typically measured as the percentage increase in real GDP.

Direct Foreign Investment

An investment from a company or individual in one country into the business landscape of another country, through starting new business operations or buying existing business assets.

U.S. Trade Deficits

The situation where the total value of goods and services imported by the United States exceeds the total value of goods and services it exports.