Enlightenment thinkers who justified continuing slavery often argued that it was necessary for the economy. They believed that slavery was integral to the economic growth and prosperity of societies, particularly in agricultural economies where enslaved labor was seen as essential for productivity and profit. This economic justification often overshadowed ethical considerations, allowing many Enlightenment thinkers to reconcile their philosophical ideals of liberty and equality with the reality of slavery.
How did Enlightenment thinkers justify continuing slavery?(1 point)
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They ignored slavery and considered the enslaved people free.
They ignored slavery and considered the enslaved people free.
They considered it necessary for the economy.
They considered it necessary for the economy.
They said it was too widespread of an issue to solve.
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