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"This, then, is held to be the duty of the man of Wealth: First, to set an example of modest, unostentatious living, shunning display or extravagance; to provide moderately for the legitimate wants of those dependent upon him; and after doing so to consider all surplus revenues which come to him simply as trust funds, which he is called upon to administer, and strictly bound as a matter of duty to administer in the manner which, in his judgment, is best calculated to produce the most beneficial result for the community—the man of wealth thus becoming the sole agent and trustee for his poorer brethren, bringing to their service his superior wisdom, experience, and ability to administer—doing for them better than they would or could do for themselves."—Andrew Carnegie, "Wealth," 1889 What is Carnegie's message in the text above?
A. People who are wealthy deserve the money that they have.
B. It is the responsibility of wealthy people to give back to society.
C. Regardless of social class, everyone should accept their place in society.
D. America is a land of opportunity, where anyone can work to make a fortune.

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