The Following Is True About Theoretical Explanations of Poverty

question 36

Multiple Choice

The following is true about theoretical explanations of poverty:

• A) Conflict theorists view poverty as functional for our society
• B) Functionalists believe poverty could best be dealt with if the poor became politically aware and active, organizing themselves to reduce inequality through government action
• C) Conflict theorists assume that since there is such enormous wealth in modern societies, no one in these societies should go without satisfaction of their essential needs
• D) To resolve the poverty problem, functionalists urge elimination of the stigma and negative definitions associated with poverty

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Definitions:

Cooling Capacity

Cooling capacity is the measure of a cooling system's ability to remove heat. It's often measured in BTUs (British Thermal Units) or watts.

Reefer Units

Refrigeration units used in transportation, specifically designed to control the temperature of perishable goods in containers or trailers during shipping.

Btus

British Thermal Units, a unit of heat used to describe the power of heating and cooling systems, such as air conditioners and furnaces.

Joules

A unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI), equivalent to the work done by a force of one newton acting over a distance of one meter.