The Design of Social Safety Nets Differs from Income Transfers

question 3

Multiple Choice

The design of social safety nets differs from income transfers in that the former:

• A) recognize that poverty is often transitory and not permanent.
• B) do not always go to poor people.
• C) are expensive to administer and lack public support.
• D) none of the above.

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Definitions:

Pay Back

Refers to returning or compensating someone for something, often used in the context of investments, loans, or when rectifying a mistake.

Merit Raises

Salary increases awarded to employees based on their job performance, recognizing superior work or achievement.

Altruism

Unselfish concern for the welfare of others.

Apathetic

Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.