Which of the following did NOT influence Karl Marx's theory of historical materialism?

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The impact of the French RevolutionThe emergence of capitalist industrial productionUprisings related to politics and labor movementsAn increasing emphasis on spiritual rationalismNone of the above

Explanation

Karl Marx's historical materialism was shaped by events such as the French Revolution, the growth of industrial capitalism, and political and labor uprisings. However, it was not influenced by any form of spiritual rationalism, which contrasts with his materialist approach.