Nickel and Dimed: on (Not) Getting by in America BARBARA

question 29

Multiple Choice

Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America BARBARA EHRENREICH
-According to Ehrenreich:

• A) most people in the low-wage economy steal from their employers and/or lie about their hours, resulting in a much higher net income than they would otherwise receive
• B) only a small minority of people in the low-wage economy are actually trying to support themselves or their families on their income alone
• C) it is nearly impossible to live on a minimum- or low-wage income, even if you work full time
• D) the combination of welfare payments and unreported, untaxed income allows "poor people" to live quite comfortably

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