Question

how did the \muckraker\ ida tarbell describe standard oil?
a. she presented evidence about unethical business practices.
b. she argued that its business practices helped consumers.
c. she argued that other companies should follow its business practices.
d. she defended its purchases of smaller companies.

Explanation:

Ida Tarbell, a muckraker, investigated Standard Oil. She exposed its unethical business practices like monopolistic behavior (e.g., eliminating competitors, unfair pricing). Option A matches this as she presented evidence of such unethical practices. Options B, C, D are incorrect because she was critical, not supportive, of Standard Oil's practices.

Answer:

A. She presented evidence about unethical business practices.