Asked by wholemelt

Which best explains how a mixed economy addressed problems that arose from capitalism?

Laissez-faire principles remained, but government passed laws promoting worker safety.
Government interference continued, and new laws allowed workers to own companies.
Supply and demand remained, and government took control of the means of production.
Government regulation was minimal, but new laws protected workers and their standard of living.

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"Laissez-faire principles remained, but government passed laws promoting worker safety."

Explanation: A mixed economy kept private ownership and market forces but used government regulation (labor laws, safety standards, antitrust rules, social welfare programs) to correct abuses and protect workers and consumers.