John worked at a steel mill for 25 years. A recessionary economy and competition with foreign steelmakers forced the closing of the mill. At the age of 45, John is unable to find work in his town, lives in poverty, and must go on welfare
What is the most likely cause of John's poverty?
A) It is due to his unwillingness to work.
B) He is not intelligent enough to get a better job.
C) Changes in the social structure are the most likely cause.
D) Changes in John's value system are the most likely cause.
C
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