In "Toxic Inequality," Thomas M

question 48

Multiple Choice

In "Toxic Inequality," Thomas M. Shapiro criticizes arguments about wealth inequality that fail to_____.

• A) recognize the racial disparities that are intertwined with wealth distributions
• B) account for assets held internationally by a rising global elite class
• C) hold individuals responsible for making the long-range financial plans necessary to build wealth
• D) suggest universal solutions that can apply equally to everyone, regardless of past circumstance

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