Author Question: Which of the following is a misconception about the economic value of allowing immigrants to enter ... (Read 24 times)

aabwk4 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following is a misconception about the economic value of allowing immigrants to enter and work in the United States?

1. Taxes are typically paid to the states, and services are paid by the federal gov-ernment.
2. They consume more in services than they pay in taxes.
3. They are a burden to the health care system because they use it more than United States citizens.
4. Medicaid is available to immigrants as soon as they apply for it.

Question 2

A visitor from Japan comes to the United States for a 2-week vacation. While he is visiting, he breaks his leg. This person is known as a:

1. Non-immigrant
2. Refugee
3. Legal immigrant
4. Lawful permanent resident

SamMuagrove · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Immigrants add billions to the economy, and they typically pay more in taxes than they consume in services. Choice No. 1 is backwards and No. 3 and No. 4 are false.

Answer to Question 2

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A nonimmigrant is admitted for a limited duration for a specific purpose.