The concept of the hyper-rich is based on the fact that:
a. their wealth has accumulated over several hundreds of years
b. they own a vast number of manufacturing businesses
c. their average annual income is in excess of $3 million a year
d. power is concentrated in the hands of those who are excessively wealthy
C
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