Marxists argue that "the reserve army of labour"-the unemployed-enhances the profitability of capital. This argument is consistent with which of the following explanations of poverty?

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The economic-organization explanation of poverty aligns with the Marxist argument that the "reserve army of labour" (the unemployed) enhances capital profitability. This perspective views poverty as a result of the way economies are organized and how resources are distributed, emphasizing structural and systemic factors over individual ones.

Marxists Argue That "The Reserve Army of Labour"-The Unemployed-Enhances the Profitability