The Term Often Used to Describe the New Mentality of Pragmatism

question 16

Multiple Choice

The term often used to describe the new mentality of pragmatism and materialism that emerged in the 1840s is:

• A) Positivism
• B) Modernism
• C) Industrialization
• D) Idealism

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Definitions:

Efficient Management

The practice of managing resources in a way that achieves maximum productivity and effectiveness with minimal waste.

All-equity Financed

Refers to a business or project that is funded exclusively through equity capital, with no debt or financial leverage involved.

Net Benefit

A measure of the total positive outcomes minus the total negative outcomes resulting from a decision or action.

Divestiture

The process of selling an asset or subsidiary by a company to optimize its portfolio or raise funds.