Many wealthy American industrialist of the late 19th century used the theory of Social Darwinism to

justify monopolistic actions .

Explanation:

They used this theory so they could strengthen their influence and their monopoly in the area where they had their dominance.

It was focused on the theory that the fittest are surviving and therefore that those who are having more influence and strength will prevail and thus enable their further prosperity.

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according to the passage the most suitable options are two. the first one is "by leading the aef to victory in several key battles" like the battle of saint- mihiel and the battle of cantigny mentioned in the passage you copied here. the second one is "by the aef and allied forces defeat germany" since the passage says that his army destroy the german resistance in the meuse- argonne offensive. and also, "by insisting that the aef operate as an independent force".

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the correct answer to your question is c the factory goes out of business, causing the workers to lose their jobs.

explanation: