Poverty Can Be Defined in Either Relative or Absolute Terms

question 27

Multiple Choice

Poverty can be defined in either relative or absolute terms. How is poverty defined according to relative deprivation?

• A) by comparing the standard of living among the poor to the basic necessities of life
• B) by comparing the poor with people with low socioeconomic status in other countries
• C) by determining if the poor have minimal food and shelter
• D) by comparing the poor with more affluent members of society

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