Capitalists Argue That the Profit Motive, Private Ownership, and Competition

Capitalists argue that the profit motive, private ownership, and competition will achieve _____, although this is not currently the case in the United States, where many workers live below the poverty line.

A) the greatest good for the greatest number
B) the greatest good for the most disadvantaged
C) a balance between the "haves" and "have nots"
D) social equality and opportunity for class advancement