What does German sociologist Ulrich Beck mean when he says we live in a risk society?
A. People are afraid to take risks.
B. People who are poor tend to take more risks.
C. Many people take risks that endanger their heath, their bodies, and their lives.
D. People from larger cities tend to take more risks than those from rural areas.
Answer: C
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A) 10-15 B) 16-19 C) 20-28 D) 30-35
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