Passage Summary: An economist argues that even though capitalism is competitive, its modern form requires big companies, which ultimately helps bring people together.

Conclusion: Modern capitalism actually encourages community bonds rather than destroying them.

Reasoning: While capitalism involves competition, modern capitalism specifically necessitates the existence of large corporations.

Analysis: The economist is making a significant leap from the existence of large corporations to the strengthening of communal ties. To make this argument work, there must be a hidden link between those two concepts. We need to find an assumption that explains why being part of a large corporation would actually foster community. Look for an answer that suggests large corporations provide a structure or environment that necessitates or creates these social bonds.