Question

1b.2c
the theory of laissez-faire economics was used during the late 1800s to...
la teoría de la economía del laissez-faire se utilizó a fines del
○ achieve equal distribution of income
○ justify unregulated business growth
○ call for more consumer protection
○ support progressive programs

Explanation:

Laissez - faire economics emphasizes minimal government intervention in the economy. In the late 1800s, this theory was used to support the idea that businesses should be able to grow without much regulation.

• Option "achieve equal distribution of income" is incorrect because laissez - faire doesn't focus on income equality.
• Option "call for more consumer protection" is wrong as laissez - faire is against increased regulation like consumer protection laws.
• Option "support Progressive programs" is incorrect because Progressive programs were about regulating business, which is opposite to laissez - faire.
• Option "justify unregulated business growth" matches the core idea of laissez - faire (little government interference in business).

Answer:

B. justify unregulated business growth