Florida Civics EOC Practice Test

How does communism differ from socialism?

1. Multiple parties govern

2. Government owns all property

3. Elections are not held

4. Businesses own the government

The correct answer is: Government owns all property

Communism and socialism are both political and economic systems that seek to promote social equality and the distribution of wealth among members of society. While both believe in communal ownership, the key difference between communism and socialism lies in the role of the government. In communism, the government owns all property, means of production, and controls the economy. This means there is no private ownership or control of businesses. On the other hand, in socialism, the government plays a more limited role, with private ownership of businesses allowed. This means that while the government may regulate certain industries, it does not have complete control over the economy. Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the main difference between communism and socialism. In option A, multiple parties are not necessary for communism or socialism. In option C, elections may or may not be held in both systems. In option