Eddie Is a Factory Worker Who Makes About $32,000 a Year

question 9

Multiple Choice

Eddie is a factory worker who makes about $32,000 a year. Eddie's husband, Dustin, works part time as a dental assistant and makes about $15,000. Their combined income is just enough to pay their mortgage and make ends meet. Eddie and Dustin are considered:

• A) lower middle class.
• B) upper middle class.
• C) old middle class.
• D) working class.

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