One Similarity Between the Great Recession and the Great Depression

question 130

Multiple Choice

One similarity between the Great Recession and the Great Depression is that,in both episodes:

• A) large numbers of banks failed.
• B) there were significant problems in financial markets.
• C) the U.S.government raised taxes.
• D) the U.S.government allowed the money supply to decrease.
• E) the unemployment rate exceeded 20%.

Understand the concept and functions of social stratification and inequality in society.

Identify the differences between income and wealth and their impact on social status.

Distinguish between different theoretical perspectives on social stratification (e.g., functionalist, Marxist, Weberian).

Recognize the factors contributing to social inequality and stratification, including factors unique to Canada.

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Definitions:

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