At the beginning of A Christmas Carol, the narrator explains that Scrooge was Marley's "sole executor, his sole administrator, his sole assign, his sole residuary legatee, his sole friend, and sole mourner."

Based on these words, what can be inferred about Marley?

a. He was beloved by everyone he met.
b. He was much, much younger than Scrooge.
c. He was not well-liked by others.
d. He was a shy and quiet person.