USA HISTORY

WESTWARD EXPANSION INDUSTRIALIZATION URBANIZATION 1870 1900

AMERICAN INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT IN THE GILDED AGE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following ideas was the belief that the government should leave businesses alone to do as they wish?
A
Assimilation
B
Laissez-faire
C
Gospel of Wealth
D
Homestead Act
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Laissez-faire is the belief that economies and businesses function best when there is no interference by the government. It comes from the French, meaning to leave alone or to allow to do. It is the guiding principle of capitalism and a free market economy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Laissez-faire is an economic philosophy of free-market capitalism that opposes government intervention. The theory of laissez-faire was developed by the French Physiocrats during the 18th century. Laissez-faire advocates that economic success is inhibited when governments are involved in business and markets.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following ideas is associated with laissez-faire Economics? Answer:-Laissez-faire economics is related to free market economies. An economic doctrine from the 18th century called laissez-faire opposes any form of government meddling in commercial matters.

Detailed explanation-4: -The phrase laissez faire comes from the French phrase laissez faire et laissez passer, “Let be and let pass.” This phrase became popular in 18th Century France, where economists suggested the government stay out of business and industry.

Detailed explanation-5: -Laissez-faire leaders have an attitude of trust and reliance on their employees. They don’t micromanage or get too involved, they don’t give too much instruction or guidance. Instead laissez-faire leaders let their employees use their creativity, resources, and experience to help them meet their goals.

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