Poverty Is a Condition Where a Person or Family Does

question 99

Multiple Choice

Poverty is a condition where a person or family does not have the means to

• A) satisfy all wants.
• B) save enough for the future.
• C) earn a stable income.
• D) meet basic needs.

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Definitions:

Private Sector

The part of the economy that is run by private individuals and companies, rather than the government, and is driven by profit.

Public Sector

The part of the economy that is controlled by the government and includes government services and entities.

Profit And Loss

The financial statement that summarizes revenues, costs, and expenses to show the net profit or loss of a business over a specific time period.

Negative Externalities

Costs suffered by a third party as a result of an economic transaction, which are not reflected in the transaction's price, such as pollution caused by manufacturing.