In the late nineteenth century, most American business millionaires

A. were living examples of "self-made men."
B. railed against the implications of Social Darwinism.
C. came from financially humble origins.
D. had made their fortunes in the railroad industry.
E. had not begun their careers at the lowest rung of the economic ladder.


Answer: E

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