Hurricanes and Tornados Are Natural Disasters

question 59

Multiple Choice

Hurricanes and tornados are natural disasters. What branch of the Earth sciences studies the origin of these phenomena?

• A) meteorology
• B) geology
• C) oceanography
• D) astronomy

Identify changes in immigration patterns and their impact on societal composition.

Understand the role of gender and cultural stereotypes in shaping societal interactions.

Comprehend the distinction between prejudice and discrimination.

Recognize the importance of kinship and familial roles in different cultures.

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Definitions:

Social Security Tax

Social Security Tax is a payroll tax collected by employers and employees in the United States to fund the Social Security program, providing benefits for retirees, disabled individuals, and survivors.

Medicare Tax

A federal tax that funds Medicare, a healthcare program for those age 65 and over, deducted from employee earnings and matched by employers.

State Unemployment Tax

A tax paid by employers to a state fund to cover benefits for workers who have lost their jobs; rates can vary based on the employer's industry and experience with unemployment claims.

Federal Income Tax

A charge imposed by the IRS on the yearly income of individuals, corporations, trusts, and other legal entities.