One shortcoming of Karl Marx's work is that he failed to anticipate the
A)end of feudalism.
B)extent to which political liberties and relative prosperity could contribute to a false consciousness.
C)effects of alienated labor on the working class.
D)conflict between various capitalist nations.

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While Marx recognized that the ruling class used propaganda and ideology to maintain their power, he failed to anticipate the extent to which political liberties and relative prosperity could contribute to a false consciousness among the working class, making them less likely to revolt against their exploitation.

One Shortcoming of Karl Marx's Work Is That He Failed