Which of the following is NOT a problem with the poverty line as a measure of poverty?
A. the price of food has increased more slowly than other costs
B. it is not updated frequently enough
C. it does not account for differences in the cost of living by region
D. the calculation does not include government benefits such as tax credits
Answer: B. it is not updated frequently enough
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a. a struggle over scarce resources b. the establishment of a global village c. a more integrated system d. technological advancements
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a. ?herpes b. ?emphysema c. ?accidents d. ?illegal drug use e. ?malnutrition and infection
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A. sanctions. B. values. C. folkways. D. mores.
Contrary to popular opinion, undocumented immigrants ______.
A. do not contribute to the Social Security system B. place a burden on the nation's economic resources C. do not contribute to the economy D. pay a disproportionate amount of taxes E. receive payroll tax deductions