Which statement about class differences in the United States is true?
a. The years 1945-1975 witnessed a widening gap between the various classes.
b. Over the last 60 years, there has been a shifting of class differences.
c. The gap between the “haves” and “have-nots” has widened since 1975.
d. Since 1975, class differences have remained essentially unchanged.
e. There are fewer class differences in the United States today.
ANSWER:
c
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