Which of the Following Is False Regarding Social Class in the United

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false regarding social class in the United States?

• A) Social classes are becoming more polarized with the wealthy increasing their wealth and the middle class stagnating.
• B) Rising debt among the middle class has increased inequality between the classes.
• C) The lower class has little power to control the working environment.
• D) Tax policies favor the middle and lower classes.

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