Andrew Carnegie was different from other wealthy business owners because he--

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a. Inherited his entire fortune from his father, including fourteen oil companies.
b. Gave away millions of dollars to the poor, schools, and other social programs.
c. Was the only person to have a monopoly on oil, steel, and the cotton industry at the same time.
d. Was a communist.

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The correct answer is:

b. Gave away millions of dollars to the poor, schools, and other social programs.

Andrew Carnegie is well-known for his philanthropic efforts and belief in the redistribution of wealth, as articulated in his essay "The Gospel of Wealth."