Amanda is a single mother and Chloe is also a mother, but married. Both women are 30 years old and have a five-year-old child. Which one can be expected to find a job first?
A. Amanda because employers will view Chloe as having too many obligations.
B. Amanda because the baby's father's family has connections.
C. Chloe because she has more social capital in the community to help her.
D. Chloe only if she has better skills that are valuable to an employer.
Answer: C
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