In the first three decades of the twentieth century, working conditions were horrible as well as dangerous, and abuses were common. Most people of the time believed these abuses would be rectified by
A) strict government action to punish the offenders.
B) a shift to a communist economy.
C) consumer advocacy groups who promoted social responsibility.
D) competition and interaction in the marketplace.
E) returning to a less industrialized society.

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Most people believed that competition and interaction in the marketplace would naturally lead to improvements in working conditions, as businesses would need to attract workers and consumers by offering better conditions and products.

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