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Select the theory of economics which states that government should not play a role in business and supports the laissez-faire principle of "free to do."

a. communism
b. capitalism
c. mercantilism
d. socialism

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The theory of economics which states that the government should not play a role in business and supports the Laissez-faire principle of "free to do" is capitalism. By definition, capitalism is an economic system where the country's trade and industry are being manned and owned by private individuals.

The answer is letter B.
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