What did Max Weber find about the relationship between Protestantism and capitalism?

A) By promoting the values of selfless service and compassion for those who are suffering, Protestantism effectively worked against the interests of an emerging capitalist economy.
B) Capitalism effectively corrupted Protestantism, turning wealth into a sign of divine favoritism and salvation.
C) By promoting a strong work ethic and a need to display material success as a sign of religious salvation, the Protestant work ethic indirectly but effectively promoted the interests of an emerging capitalist economy.
D) Because the doctrines of capitalism are fundamentally inconsistent with the practices of capitalism, they are incompatible.

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Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Max Weber argued that the Protestant work ethic, which emphasized the importance of hard work, discipline, and a desire to accumulate wealth as a sign of God's favor, indirectly contributed to the rise of capitalism. Weber believed that these values created a mindset that prioritized productivity, thrift, and investment in business ventures, ultimately leading to the development of capitalism. He did not believe that Protestantism worked against the interests of capitalism or that capitalism corrupted Protestantism. Additionally, he did not argue that the doctrines of capitalism were fundamentally inconsistent with the practices of capitalism.

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