Tina lost her job during the Great Recession. Given what you know about the U.S.’s social support programs, what can she likely expect with regards to support from the government while she is looking for a new job?

A) Tina can expect that, at best, support programs will temporarily replace about half of her previous earnings.
B) Tina can expect that the government will provide no economic support to her during this time.
C) Tina can expect that, at best, support programs will temporarily replace about three quarters of her previous earnings.
D) Tina can expect that the government will provide her with food stamps, but will likely receive no additional support.


A) Tina can expect that, at best, support programs will temporarily replace about half of her previous earnings.

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