Question

Socialism can be defined as ________ A. A political ideology of a classless society in which the means of production are shared through state ownership. B. A centralized form of government, generally following the parliament-prime minister model in which one dominant political party exists. C. An economic system in which most or all of a population's needs are provided through nonmarket methods of distribution. D. An economic system in which people are heavily taxed and profit maximization is a goal.

Answer 1

C. An economic system in which most or all of a population's needs are provided through nonmarket methods of distribution.

Step-by-step explanation:

Socialism is a political and economic system characterized by social ownership of the means of production (i.e. land, labor, and money used to produce consumable goods).