In 2012, the Public Debt in the U

question 100

Multiple Choice

In 2012, the public debt in the U.S. on a per capita basis was about:

• A) $100,000
• B) $38,000
• C) $75,000
• D) $52,000

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Environmental Degradation

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Global Stratification

The unequal distribution of wealth, power, and resources among countries worldwide.

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Greenhouse Gases

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