They could be considered both. They used their money to influence local, state and the federal government. Laws were not passed or not enforced that would regulate big business. However, many of the these same men gave large sums of money (philanthropy) to charities.
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The answer is B) Germany.
Europe's economy improved significantly as new roads and infrastructure were developed.
Former Roman lands were split up and claimed by Germanic kingdoms.
There was a definite decline in Christianity, its followers, and its spread across lands.
Trade increased in the West, resulting in an end to the recession taking place at that time.
