Question

Which statement shows how Darwin’s theory of evolution was used by social Darwinists to explain the differences between the classes?
Natural selection includes the concept of the inheritance of wealth.
The division of the social classes shows that competition is unnatural.
Since only the strongest survive and thrive, they are compelled to aid the less fortunate.
Eventually, less fortunate people will be unable to survive, and the classes will be equal.

Answer 1

"Natural selection includes the concept of the inheritance of wealth."

Explanation: Social Darwinists misapplied Darwin's idea of "survival of the fittest" to society, arguing that wealth and social status reflected biological fitness and were naturally passed down, thereby justifying class differences and opposition to aid for the poor.