The fact that the early Calvinists worked very hard and did so without regard for the consumption and leisure opportunities that their earnings provided, was evidence for Weber of:
A) Emotional behavior
B) Non-rational behavior
C) Value-rational behavior
D) Instrumental rational behavior

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Weber interpreted the early Calvinists' hard work and disregard for the consumption and leisure opportunities their earnings could provide as evidence of value-rational behavior. This means they were motivated by a belief in the inherent value of hard work itself, as part of their religious and ethical values, rather than by the pursuit of leisure or material gain.

The Fact That the Early Calvinists Worked Very Hard and Did