Many in the United States Believe That Poverty Results from a Lack

question 62

Multiple Choice

Many in the United States believe that poverty results from a lack of motivation and a poor work ethic.Given this belief,it might be surprising to realize that many people who work full time are

• A) ignorant of the plight of working poor.
• B) more inclined to donate to charity.
• C) considered to be poor.
• D) unlikely to support minimum wage increases.

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