A Narrowly Conceived Physical Quality-Of-Life Index Attempts to Measure

question 55

Multiple Choice

A narrowly conceived physical quality-of-life index attempts to measure:

• A)gross national income.
• B)absolute poverty levels.
• C)social injustice.
• D)technological progress.
• E)living standards.

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Definitions:

TANF

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program, a federal assistance program in the United States.

Temporary Assistance

Short-term aid provided to individuals or entities in financial or material need.

Needy Families

Refers to households that require financial assistance or social support to meet their basic needs.

Statistical Discrimination

The practice of judging an individual on the basis of the average characteristics of the group to which he or she belongs rather than on his or her own personal characteristics.