A Factor That Has Been Associated with the Increase in Income

question 80

Multiple Choice

A factor that has been associated with the increase in income inequality in the United States is:

• A)the growth in technology.
• B)the reduction in the percentage of the population over the age of 65.
• C)the smaller gap between the wages of skilled and unskilled workers.
• D)affirmative action programs.

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Definitions:

N1 Sleep

The initial stage of the sleep cycle that marks the transition from wakefulness to sleep, characterized by light sleep and reduced sensory activity.

Deep Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by slow brain waves, known as delta waves, indicating a state of low consciousness and minimal physiological activity.

Older Adults

Individuals typically aged 65 years and older, often characterized by increased life experience and, for some, changes in physical and cognitive capacities.

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the vertebrate brain, often associated with the secretion of melatonin, regulating sleep patterns.