Conservative and Liberal Views on Government Intervention

The following text is an excerpt from a book on American political thought.

“The divergence in political ideologies between conservatives and liberals is evident in their attitudes toward government intervention. Conservatives often prefer a limited role for government, emphasizing free-market principles and individual responsibility. In contrast, liberals advocate for a more active governmental role to address social and economic inequities. This ideological split is also reflected in their varying approaches to fiscal policies and regulatory measures. The debate over the extent of government involvement remains a central theme in American political discourse and is critical to understanding political participation and policy formulation.”

—Arthur Schlesinger Jr., The Political Ideological Divide, 2003

Based on the passage, which of the following best describes the difference between conservative and liberal views on government intervention?