Both Rand and Aristotle believed that happiness is an important goal for humans. However, unlike Rand, Aristotle believed that we can best achieve this goal through:

A. pursuing our individual self-interests.
B. active membership in society.
C. promoting global capitalism.
D. a life of self-sacrifice.


Answer: B

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