Which of the Following Contributes to the Global Feminization of Poverty

question 161

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contributes to the global feminization of poverty?

• A) the fact that many poor men lack access to commercial credit
• B) training women in traditionally female skills that produce low wages
• C) the decreasing income gap between men and women
• D) the fact that women don't have enough time to invest in child care and domestic labour

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Definitions:

Positive Externality

A benefit that is enjoyed by a third-party as a result of an economic transaction or activity.

Subsidy

A financial aid provided by the government or a public body to reduce the cost or price of goods and services, encouraging production or consumption.

Command-And-Control Policy

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Air Pollution

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