In Comparison to the Number of Families with Children That

question 5

Multiple Choice

In comparison to the number of families with children that were headed by single women in the 1970, the number headed by single women in 2010 was:

• A) slightly less
• B) about the same
• C) slightly more
• D) substantially more

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Definitions:

Legal Cartel Theory

A concept where regulations permit or create conditions for the existence of cartels, which are agreements between competing firms to control prices or markets.

Public Interest Theory

Suggests that regulations are supplied in response to the demand of the public for the correction of inefficient or inequitable market practices.

Price-fixing Theory

The economic analysis concerning agreements between competitors to sell a product or service at a set price, limiting competition.

Public Ownership

Ownership of assets, enterprises, or resources by governmental organizations rather than individuals or private companies.