Which of the Following Statements Counter the Claim That America

question 242

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements counter the claim that America society lives up to the promise of equal opportunity and access to government?

• A) The economic system of the United States, while incredibly productive, distributes wealth and income in a highly unequal way, leaving the very few at the top with the lion's share.
• B) Economic growth is raising the living standards of the population.
• C) American society is open, diverse, and filled with opportunity for those who are ambitious and hard working.
• D) Americans can shape their own lives.
• E) none of the above

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