During the late 19th century and the early 20th century, charity organizations recognized the need for trained staff, so they developed paid positions, whose duties involved visiting families and indigent persons to investigate applications for charity. This position was titled what?

A. social worker
B. social welfare worker
C. agent
D. care worker


Answer: C

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