Workers Are Less Productive in Poor Countries Because

question 47

Multiple Choice

Workers are less productive in poor countries because:

• A)the wealthy minority invests in stable foreign economies.
• B)the government invests in stocks and bonds.
• C)more than half of the population consists of people above 65 years of age.
• D)they prefer leisure over work.
• E)the government provides for unemployment benefits that make workers less willing to work.

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Definitions:

Naturalization Act

A U.S. law enacted to establish the process for immigrants to become American citizens, subject to changes and revisions over time.

Citizenship

The status of being a legal member of a particular country or nation-state, encompassing both rights provided by the state and duties expected from the individual.

Slaves

Individuals forced into servitude, denied personal freedom and rights, and compelled to work without pay.

1790

A year significant for the initiation of the first United States Census, marking a foundational aspect of the country's demographic record-keeping.