A Graph of the U

question 52

Multiple Choice

A graph of the U.S. unemployment rate over the twentieth century shows:

• A) an overall upward trend in the unemployment rate interrupted by a large upturn in the 1930s.
• B) an overall downward trend in the unemployment rate interrupted by a large upturn in the 1930s.
• C) rates of unemployment always greater than zero with substantial variations from year to year.
• D) alternating periods of positive and negative rates of unemployment.

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Definitions:

Social-Responsibility Norm

A societal rule that people should help those who need assistance, even if doing so is costly.

Social Exchange Theory

A theory suggesting that social behavior is the result of an exchange process aiming to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Equity

The concept of fairness or justice in situations, ensuring everyone has equal access to resources and opportunities.

Reciprocity

A social norm that involves exchanging goods, services, favors, or other forms of value in a mutual manner.