In practice, the "freedom of contract" principle meant that __________________.
A. employers increased workers' wages as the cost of living increased
B. employers could set pay as low as workers would accept
C. wages automatically increased as profits increased
D. employers recognized the right of workers to bargain collectively
Answer: B
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