If Public Policies Are Effective in Reducing the Depth of Poverty

question 78

Multiple Choice

If public policies are effective in reducing the depth of poverty, then the income deficit should be _____ and the ratio of income to poverty should be _____.

• A) rising; falling
• B) falling; rising
• C) rising; rising
• D) falling; falling

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Definitions:

Pension Plan

A type of retirement plan where an employer contributes to a pool of funds set aside for an employee's future benefit.

Contractual Agreement

A legally binding agreement between two or more parties outlining the terms and conditions of a deal.

Benefits

Various forms of non-wage compensations provided to employees in addition to their normal wages or salaries.

Bond Indenture

A legal contract between a bond issuer and a bondholder specifying the terms of the bond, such as the interest rate, repayment schedule, and other conditions.