Modernization of agricultural production in Malaysia led to increasing inequality between the rich and the poor, but the poor laborers were able to find ways to resist the domination of the wealthy without risking confrontation through foot-dragging, slowdowns, false compliance with regulations, theft, sabotage, trickery, and arson. These are all examples of:

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The actions described in the scenario demonstrate agency, which refers to the ability and willingness of individuals or groups to exert their own power and control over their actions and surroundings. The workers are resisting the power and domination of the wealthy through various forms of sabotage and disobedience, indicating their agency and ability to resist. The other options (action, clout, drive, initiative) may be related to this scenario, but do not capture the specific concept being described.

Modernization of Agricultural Production in Malaysia Led to Increasing Inequality