The Theory of Social Darwinism

question 31

Multiple Choice

The theory of Social Darwinism

• A) argued the new industrial economy was limiting the potential for individual wealth.
• B) argued that it behooved industrial titans to spread their wealth to the lower classes.
• C) was used to justify the social consequences of industrial capitalism.
• D) contended that ruthless corruption may be necessary in the attainment of wealth.
• E) was formulated by Charles Darwin to explain industrial economies.

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Definitions:

Foreign Aid

Financial assistance provided by one country to another, often for development projects, humanitarian aid, or economic stabilization.

Corruption

Dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery or the misuse of authority for personal gain.

Capital Intensive

A term used to describe businesses or industries that require substantial amounts of capital investment in machinery, equipment, or other physical assets to produce goods or services.