The Wealth Accumulated in Western Europe During the Eighteenth Century

question 5

Multiple Choice

The wealth accumulated in western Europe during the eighteenth century:

• A) brought a general rise in the standard of living.
• B) was accompanied by a decline in the standard of living for most people.
• C) closed the doors of opportunity to most people.
• D) was accumulated primarily by the nobility.

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