Which of the following would reflect a structuralist Marxist's view of the interplay between society and capitalism?

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Structuralist Marxists believe that society is dependent on the economic base, which for them is capitalism. Therefore, they argue that the state serves the interests of the ruling class (capitalists) because the nature of capitalism itself requires it to do so. They view the state as a tool of the ruling class, used to maintain their economic and political power.

Which of the Following Would Reflect a Structuralist Marxist's View