Asked by Logan MacNeil on May 17, 2024

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Which statement is true?

A) The communist system of state-owned enterprises in the Soviet Union was an example of pure communism.
B) Aside from Cuba,Vietnam,North Korea,and a few other very small nations,there are no other communist powers left in the world.
C) Mikhail Gorbachev still holds substantial power in Russia.
D) None of the statements are true.

Communist System

A political and economic ideology aiming for a classless society where all property is publicly owned and each person works and is paid according to their abilities and needs.

State-Owned Enterprises

Businesses or entities that are owned and operated by a government.

Mikhail Gorbachev

The last leader of the Soviet Union, known for his policies of glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring).

  • Assess the evidence of economic systems in action through time, paying attention to the distinction between communist and capitalist countries.
  • Understand the economic ideologies of key historical figures and their impact on economic policy and systems.
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Ramatu Sidi AliyuMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The statements provided contain inaccuracies or are outdated. The Soviet Union's system had elements of communism but was not pure communism as it involved significant state control rather than a classless, stateless society as envisioned by pure communist ideology. While Cuba, Vietnam, and North Korea are often cited as communist, the global landscape of communism is more nuanced, and the statement oversimplifies the current state of communist powers. Mikhail Gorbachev, who was a significant figure in the late 20th century, does not hold substantial power in Russia today.