The Unequal Distribution of a Society's Resources Within a Class

question 54

Multiple Choice

The unequal distribution of a society's resources within a class system typically:

• A) involves moving surpluses steadily downward into the hands of the poor.
• B) involves moving surpluses steadily upward into the hands of the elite.
• C) involves sharing of resources through random lottery.
• D) is not intersected by race and gender.
• E) does not affect individuals' life chances.

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