Keith Nicholson, a Calgary Resident, Has Worked All His Life

question 19

Multiple Choice

Keith Nicholson, a Calgary resident, has worked all his life at low-paying jobs. Until recently, he lived in housing for low-income earners, but the government sold his housing development to a private real-estate company and the new owners raised the rent. Now Keith lives on the street and in shelters. Which term best classifies Keith in his financial situation?

• A)working poor
• B)relatively poor
• C) capitalist pauper
• D) absolutely poor

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Definitions:

Description

A detailed account or explanation of the characteristics or features of something.

Psychiatric Social Worker

A professional specializing in the assessment and treatment of mental health issues, often providing support through social and community services.

Housing Project

A government-funded residential development designed primarily to provide affordable housing to low-income families.

Addiction Issues

Problems related to the compulsive need to use substances or engage in behaviors that become harmful.