Which of the Following Statements Does NOT Accurately Describe Current

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does NOT accurately describe current patterns in worldwide literacy?

• A) Adult literacy is nearly universal in developed areas of the world.
• B) Literacy has increased in developing countries in recent decades.
• C) Adult literacy rates are higher in developed than in developing nations.
• D) Literacy rates have declined in developing nations in recent decades.

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Definitions:

Rational Society

A hypothetical society governed by reason and logic, where policies and decisions are made based on rational thought and empirical evidence.

Original Position

A hypothetical situation in John Rawls' theory where individuals decide on the principles of justice that will structure society, without knowing their place in it.

Rawls

References John Rawls's principle of justice that emphasizes equal basic liberties, equality of opportunity, and addressing the disadvantages through redistributive policies.

Difference Principle

A concept in political philosophy suggesting that social and economic inequalities should be arranged so that they are to the greatest benefit of the least advantaged members of society.