Which of these was one of Aristotle's concerns about direct democracy?
a. He worried about the corrupting influence of the invisible hand.
b. He felt that it was unfair to exclude women and slaves from the political arena.
c. He thought that the state of nature would be preferable to a democratic system.
d. He worried that the masses were too ignorant to be trusted with decision-making.
Correct Answer: d
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