Which of the Following Would the BLS Define as a Discouraged

question 180

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would the BLS define as a discouraged worker?

• A) Quinton,who has a doctorate in chemistry,but works full time as a taxi driver
• B) Robert,a retired teacher,who works full time as a greeter at a discount store
• C) Mary,who was laid off last year and who was looking for a full-time job until last month
• D) Susan,who has been unemployed for the past three years and is looking for a part-time job

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Definitions:

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True Womanhood

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True Manhood

A culturally specific concept defining the attributes, behaviors, and roles deemed characteristic of an ideal man.

Middle-Class White Americans

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