Question

a group of protestors demand that the government end a policy that sets a limit on the amount of hours per week employees are able to work. they claim that the law limits companies profits and strips workers of their right to earn as much money as possible. which philosophy are these protestors promoting? a. mercantilism b. capitalism c. socialism d. communism

Explanation:

Capitalism emphasizes free - market principles and the right of individuals to maximize their economic gain. The protesters want to remove government - imposed work - hour limits to earn more and increase company profits, which aligns with capitalist ideals. Mercantilism focuses on trade surpluses, socialism on collective ownership and equality, and communism on a class - less society with common ownership, none of which match the described situation.

Answer:

B. Capitalism