Thorstein Veblen argued that
A. the philanthropy of industrial tycoons had subverted the natural workings of society.
B. only the wealthy leisure class had adequate time and money to help the needy.
C. true social reform would only occur if the nation's wealth were redistributed.
D. the leaders of corporations were the natural choice to create social reform.
E. modern societies should rely on a handful of experts to govern the economy.
Answer: E
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