Consumption Expenditures in the U

question 53

Multiple Choice

Consumption expenditures in the U.S.usually account for approximately __________ percent of GDP.

• A) 40
• B) 50
• C) 60
• D) 70
• E) 80

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Definitions:

Davis and Moore

Sociologists who proposed a theory that social stratification is beneficial for the operation of a society.

Class Characteristics

Features that define and differentiate social classes, notably in terms of wealth, occupation, and education.

Menial Positions

Jobs that require little to no formal training or education and are often characterized by lower wages and status, typically involving manual labor or routine tasks.

Capitalism

Is the dominant economic system in the world. Private ownership of property and competition in the pursuit of profit characterize capitalist economies.