Which of the Following Ideas Guided the Formulation of the 1996

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ideas guided the formulation of the 1996 Welfare Act?

• A) Lawmakers constructed new policies that reflected the findings of social science research.
• B) The idea that the previous welfare system provided women with incentives to bear children and discouraged them from working.
• C) Lawmakers modeled U.S. programs after the most successful public assistance programs in Europe.
• D) The specific intent of the 1996 Welfare Act is to reduce poverty (rather than to reduce welfare receipt).

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Definitions:

Pruning

The process by which the brain reduces the number of synaptic connections, typically occurring during puberty to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.

Smell Recognition

The ability to identify and distinguish between different odors, an important aspect of sensory perception in humans and many animals.

Nuzzled

A gentle or affectionate rubbing or pushing of one's nose or face against someone or something.

Neonate's Vision

The visual capabilities and limitations of a newborn baby.