Which of the Following Is an Example of Scapegoating

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of scapegoating?

• A) Joe believes that African Americans are all criminals.
• B) Penny thinks that all ethnic groups should have the same opportunities to get a job.
• C) Bob lost his job and blames immigrants in the U.S. for working for lower wages and causing him to get fired.
• D) Tom believes that the welfare system encourages people not to work.

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Definitions:

Monetarists

Economists who emphasize the role of governments in controlling the amount of money in circulation as the primary method for stabilizing the economy and combating inflation.

Market System

An economic system where decisions regarding investment, production, and distribution are based on supply and demand.

Real Income

The income of an individual or group after adjusting for inflation, reflecting the actual purchasing power of the income.

Government Expenditures

Federal, state, and local government outlays for goods and services, including transfer payments.