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What Does Marx See as the Primary Tool for the Oppression

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What does Marx see as the primary tool for the oppression of the lower social classes in modern society?


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Price Floor

A government-set minimum price at which a product can be sold, aimed to prevent the price from falling too low.

Shortage

A market condition where the quantity demanded of a good exceeds the quantity supplied at the current price, leading to upward pressure on price.

Surplus

The situation in which the quantity of goods produced exceeds the quantity of goods demanded. Surpluses can result in price drops for products or services, reflecting a mismatch in supply and demand.

Price Ceiling

A cap set by authorities on the maximum price for a good or service, aimed at safeguarding consumers.

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