What problems did social-welfare progressives attempt to reform ?

I believe the answer is: They wanted to encourage the government to enact social policies to improve work on crime, illiteracy, alcohol abuse, child labor, and the health and safety of Americans

The progressive believed that these issues contribute greatly to the suffering of the poor and minorities in united States.

Because of this, they advocate for more government involvement to handle these issues. The opposition of their believed argue that the government do not have enough budget to directly help the issues.

explanation: d

i think the answer is b.