A Major Criticism of the Welfare System That Led to Reforms

question 85

Multiple Choice

A major criticism of the welfare system that led to reforms in the mid-1990s is that welfare payments

• A)encourage overuse of the medical system.
• B)create dependency on government programs.
• C)give strong incentives for people to change jobs.
• D)fail to provide a minimum income for young children.

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Definitions:

Hipbone

Part of the human pelvis, comprising the ilium, ischium, and pubis, which are fused together in adults.

Ilium

The uppermost and largest part of the hip bone, contributing to the pelvis structure and providing attachment for various muscles.

Ischial Tuberosities

Bony protrusions located at the lower and back part of the pelvis, which bear the body's weight when sitting.

Iliac Fossae

The large, concave areas on the inner surface of the iliac bones, part of the pelvis.