Americans are more likely than other developed countries to believe:
A. inequality is caused by the structure of society.
B. children benefit all of society and are the responsibility of all citizens.
C. poverty is caused by personal laziness or individual failure.
D. families should not be left to fend for themselves.
Answer: C
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