Recently, some analysts have suggested that the United States has assumed many of the characteristics of a(n) __________ (a state that uses extensive government action to provide support and services to its citizens) as it has attempted to meet the basic needs of older persons, young children, unemployed people, and persons with a disability
a. oligopolistic state
b. welfare state
c. mixed economy
d. free enterprise system
b
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Krista's project was focused on helping a community:
A. Organize local protests to obtain better jobs. B. Demand better schools for the community. C. Increase public awareness of environmental concerns. D. Train midwives to improve maternal and infant health outcomes. E. All of the above.
Of the six social classes in America, the lower middle class has the highest percentage of members
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Reverse ethnocentrism is best reflected in which of the following statements?
a. Buy American. b. America—Love it or leave it! c. We have to become more like the Koreans. d. Korea is the next Japan.
A congregation has both upper-class and working-class members. How would the distinction between the classes be explained by the Protestant work ethic?
A. The upper-class members are destined to work hard to earn their place in heaven. B. The working-class members are encouraged to work harder to gain success. C. The upper-class members signify capitalism, which is contrary to religion. D. The working-class members are destined for heaven based on their simple lifestyles.