Abraham Lincoln Once Stated, "You Cannot Help the Poor by Destroying

question 156

Multiple Choice

Abraham Lincoln once stated, "You cannot help the poor by destroying the rich. You cannot lift the wage earner by pulling down the wage payer." This quote is most consistent with what type of economic philosophy?

• A) capitalist economy
• B) communist economy
• C) socialist economy
• D) planned economy

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Definitions:

Protecting Family

The act or process of ensuring the safety, well-being, and financial security of family members.

Police-Reported Crime

refers to incidents of crime that have been formally reported to and recorded by the police.

Violent Crime

A category of crime involving force or the threat of force against a person, including offenses such as murder, rape, and robbery.

Traditional Nuclear Family

A family structure consisting of two parents (usually a married couple) living with their biological or adopted children.