Karl Marx Argued That Which of the Following Played a Key

question 9

Multiple Choice

Karl Marx argued that which of the following played a key role in keeping the working poor from engaging in revolutionary social change that he believed was necessary to improve their situation?

• A) religion
• B) rites
• C) rituals
• D) pilgrimages

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Definitions:

Natural Monopoly

A market condition where a single firm can supply a product or service more efficiently than multiple firms, leading to a lack of competition.

Patent

A Patent is a legal document granted by the government, giving an inventor exclusive rights to manufacture, use, or sell an invention for a certain number of years.

Exclusive Use

The right to use a property or product without sharing it with others, often refers to licenses or real estate.

Economies of Scale

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