In Karl Marx's view, an attitude held by members of a class that does not accurately reflect their objective position is known as a
A) bourgeoisie consciousness.
B) false consciousness.
C) class consciousness.
D) caste consciousness.

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False consciousness is a term used by Karl Marx to describe a situation where the proletariat (working class) does not see the true nature of their social and economic situation. According to Marx, this lack of understanding prevents them from acting against the capitalist system that exploits them.

In Karl Marx's View, an Attitude Held by Members of a Class