What Would Likely Assist People on the Lowest Rungs of the Social

question 15

Multiple Choice

What would likely assist people on the lowest rungs of the social class ladder to achieve upward social mobility?

• A)adequate social assistance
• B)satisfactory employment opportunities
• C)equal treatment by other members of society
• D)a safe environment in which to raise children

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