WORLD HISTORY

COLONIALISM AND IMPERIALISM

IMPERIALISM IN ASIA

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Laissez-faire economics is the economic theory that government should ____
A
regulate all business strictly
B
not interfere in business
C
own the railroads
D
give the public lands that are free to the people
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is laissez-faire? Laissez-faire is a policy of minimum governmental interference in the economic affairs of individuals and society. The doctrine of laissez-faire is usually associated with the economists known as Physiocrats, who flourished in France from about 1756 to 1778.

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: -Supporters of laissez-faire economics believe the government should not interfere in the economy other than to protect private property rights and maintain peace. The United States lacked the natural resources industrialization in the 1800s depended upon, including water, timber, coal, iron, and copper.

Detailed explanation-4: -A laissez-faire economy gives businesses more space and autonomy from government rules and regulations that would make business activities harder and more difficult to proceed. Such an environment makes it more viable for companies to take risks and invest in the economy.

Detailed explanation-5: -Laissez faire works best for economic growth because it provides individuals with the greatest incentive to create wealth. Under laissez-faire capitalism, you cannot wrap a robe around you, put a crown on your head, and demand that people give you money.

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