The Methods Used by 20th Century Mafiosi Have Been Compared

question 66

Multiple Choice

The methods used by 20th century mafiosi have been compared to the methods used by:

• A) 19th century military commanders
• B) 19th century street criminals
• C) 19th century industrial capitalists and cattle barons
• D) 19th century political hacks

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Definitions:

Income Equality

The equal distribution of income among all members of society, aiming to reduce economic disparities.

Economic Efficiency

A situation in which every resource is optimally allocated to serve each individual or entity in the best way while minimizing waste and inefficiency.

Social Insurance Programs

Programs that replace the earnings lost when people retire or are temporarily unemployed, that are financed by payroll taxes, and that are viewed as earned rights (rather than charity).

Means Tests

Evaluations used to determine an individual's eligibility for certain financial or social assistance based on their income or assets.