Which economic system has become associated with authoritarian governments and total control of the economy?
a: capitalism
b: mercantillism
c: communism
d: socialism
e: barter

Communism is one of the economic system that has become associated with authoritarian governments and total control of the economy. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the third option or option "c". I hope this is the answer that you were looking for and hope that it helps you.