Before revision: Central characteristics of capitalism include capital accumulation, competitive markets, price systems, private property, property rights recognition , self-interest, economic freedom, meritocracy, work ethic, consumer sovereignty, profit motive, entrepreneurship, commodification, voluntary exchange, wage labor, the production of commodities and services, and a strong emphasis on economic growth.
After revision: Central characteristics of capitalism include capital accumulation, competitive markets, price systems, private property, recognition of property rights , self-interest, economic freedom, meritocracy, work ethic, consumer sovereignty, profit motive, entrepreneurship, commodification, voluntary exchange, wage labor, the production of commodities and services, and a strong emphasis on economic growth.