There Are Four Different Theories That Are Used to Understand

question 30

Multiple Choice

There are four different theories that are used to understand global inequality today. Each has its limitations and shortcomings. Common to all four of these theoretical approaches, however, is that they:

• A) underemphasize the role of women in the world economy
• B) overemphasize the role of women in the world economy
• C) minimize the disruptive influence of women in the world economy
• D) do not address the role of women as caregivers in the world economy

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