Explain the Relationship Between Social Expectations and Actual Social Conditions

question 31

Multiple Choice

Explain the relationship between social expectations and actual social conditions.

• A) Social expectations and social conditions are rising at comparable rates.
• B) Social expectations are rising at a faster rate than actual conditions.
• C) Social expectations are decreasing while social conditions are improving.
• D) Both expectation and social conditions are decreasing.

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