Which of These Arguments Does the Text Present as the Reasons

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of these arguments does the text present as the reasons that poverty persists?

• A) Poverty is built into capitalist economies
• B) There are always people who are lazy or exhibit terrible judgment
• C) Some groups will always limit opportunities and resources available to others
• D) Government benefits may not offer enough to reduce or eliminate poverty because they are not supported by the public or elected representatives as an appropriate solution

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