In 2014,what Percent of the Population Lived Under the Official

question 41

Multiple Choice

In 2014,what percent of the population lived under the official poverty line in the United States?

• A) 11.3 percent, down from a near all-time high of 14.8 percent in 2000.
• B) 14.8 percent, higher than a near all-time low of 3.11 percent in 2000.
• C) 14.8 percent, higher than a near all-time low of 11.3 percent in 2000.
• D) 11.3 percent, down from a near all-time high of 25 percent in 2000.

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Morality

Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

Kantian Principle

Ethical principles derived from the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, emphasizing the importance of intention, duty, and the categorical imperative.

Difference Principle

A concept from political philosophy suggesting that inequalities in society are only justifiable if they benefit the least advantaged members.

Inequality Principle

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