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Jacob is single, 40 years old and living in government-subsidized housing. He does not want to pursue regular employment because he feels there are other members of society who need the work more than he does.
 
  Jacob's situation is an example of which of the following explanations of why people are poor?
  A) the altruistic provision
  B) the characteristics of individuals
  C) the structure of society
  D) a shortage of high paying jobs

Question 2

John worked at a steel mill for 25 years. A recessionary economy and competition with foreign steelmakers forced the closing of the mill. At the age of 45, John is unable to find work in his town, lives in poverty, and must go on welfare.
 
  What is the most likely cause of John's poverty?
  A) It is due to his unwillingness to work.
  B) He is not intelligent enough to get a better job.
  C) Changes in the social structure are the most likely cause.
  D) Changes in John's value system are the most likely cause.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


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