The Concept of a Poverty Line Raises a Number of Complex

question 68

Multiple Choice

The concept of a poverty line raises a number of complex questions. Which of the following represents such a question?

• A) Should the poverty line be adjusted to take income equality into account?
• B) Do antipoverty programs belong in a command economy?
• C) Should the national poverty line be applied in all states?
• D) Why give cash and not just food stamps to the poor?

---

Definitions:

Discontinuous Change

A significant, sudden, or radical transformation that disrupts the existing order or manner of functioning within a system or organization.

Strategic Change

A systematic approach to transforming an organization's goals, processes, or technologies to address evolving external and internal forces and improve its performance and competitiveness.

Highly Analytical

The ability to critically assess information or situations, often involving detailed examination of components or structure.

Incremental

Describes a process of adding or making changes in small, manageable amounts rather than in one large, comprehensive step.