Capitalist Societies Share Three Basic Ideals

question 40

Multiple Choice

Capitalist societies share three basic ideals. Which of the following is one of these ideals?

• A) The elements of production are communally owned.
• B) Nations are free to maximize profits and accumulate wealth.
• C) Land and resources should be owned and controlled by the state government, while production and services are in the hands of free enterprise.
• D) Free competition and consumer independence are basic to all economic activities.

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