A Characteristic of Western Modernity Has Been

question 11

Multiple Choice

A characteristic of Western modernity has been

• A) Massive global displacements of people.
• B) The emergence of a single world business and communication language.
• C) An increasingly orderly way of life.
• D) The rise of strong nation-states that can effectively police their boundaries.

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Definitions:

Sales Tax

A government-imposed charge on goods and services purchased, collected at the point of sale.

Financial Statements

Official records that outline the financial activities and condition of a business, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profits that is kept or retained rather than being paid out as dividends to shareholders.

Accounts Receivable

Receivables from customers for products or services provided by a company, which are yet to be paid.