You Are Participating in a Debate on the Causes of Poverty.Your

question 16

Multiple Choice

You are participating in a debate on the causes of poverty.Your team is supposed to develop arguments based on the structural perspective.Which of the following are you most likely to research to support your debate points?

• A)psychological ramifications of the culture of poverty
• B)shortfalls in the institutional fabric of society
• C)motivational factors related work ethic differences
• D)the relationship between personal character and income levels

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Definitions:

U.S. Labor Law

The collection of federal and state laws governing employment relationships, workplace rights, and labor organization in the United States.

Unionization Rates

The percentage of workers in a particular sector, industry, or region that are members of a labor union.

Structural Decline

A long-term reduction in an industry or economy's activity, often due to changes in technology, consumer preferences, or external economic factors.

Legal Framework

The structured system of laws, regulations, and guidelines that govern behavior and ensure order within a society or in specific fields.