According to Wilk and Cliggett, the development of neoclassical economic theory was a key turning point in the history of economics because it
A) produced a unified position about human nature that resolved disputes that used to divide those who analyzed economic systems.
B) realized Adam Smith's original views which had previously been suppressed.
C) gave rise to the divergent theoretical positions on human nature about which economic anthropologists continue to disagree.
D) finally paid attention to the economic views of Marcel Mauss.

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Neoclassical economic theory introduced assumptions about rationality and self-interest that led to debates and divergent views on human nature, which continue to be discussed by economic anthropologists.

According to Wilk and Cliggett, the Development of Neoclassical Economic