Why were many conservatives in favor of government deregulation?

they thought the excessive number of regulations hurt businesses.

they wanted to increase tax rates and save money by deregulating.

they thought deregulation would reduce inflation.

they believed that government had no authority to regulate any aspect of business or industry.

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the correct option is: a liberal.

the kind of person that is most likely to hold a left-wing political ideology is liberal because they have in common that they support human individual rights and liberties. also, they both have politically and economically centrist.

moreover, a liberal believes that everyone should have equal rights as well as opportunities to succeed in life, and the freedom to make their own decisions as long as they don't attack the rights of other people. all people deserve the same opportunities and basic needs.