Growth in the Direct-Selling Industry Is the Result of Two

question 217

Multiple Choice

Growth in the direct-selling industry is the result of two trends: (1) there is a growing number of companies that are using direct selling to reach consumers who prefer one-on-one customer service and a social shopping experience rather than online shipping or big discount stores and (2)

• A)many direct selling retailers are expanding into markets outside of the United States.
• B)increased gas prices and traffic congestion are causing people to want stores to deliver products to them.
• C)the pendulum is beginning to swing back to more mothers (and fathers) staying home during the day with children, making direct selling more convenient.
• D)the purchase or lease of real estate to build physical retail stores is becoming prohibitive.
• E)graduating business students are finding it more difficult to find a traditional sales position and like the idea of being their own bosses.

Understand the implications of incarceration on societal perceptions, including the debate over privatization and mass incarceration.

Explore the legal and social challenges associated with voting rights for incarcerated individuals.

Know the current trends and public opinions concerning the U.S. correctional system, including incarceration rates and support for rehabilitative versus punitive policies.

Understand the concept of racial and ethnic wealth disparities.

---

Definitions:

Top 20%

Refers to the highest earning or most successful 20% of a population or group in a specific context.

Negative Income Tax

A fiscal mechanism where individuals earning below a certain threshold receive supplemental pay from the government instead of paying taxes.

Subsidy

A financial contribution provided by the government or another body to support an industry, business, or individual.

Earned Income Tax Credit

A refundable tax credit for low- to moderate-income working individuals and families, aimed at reducing poverty and encouraging work.