In 2014, a family of four with an annual income of 33,050 fell below the poverty line.
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Question -2-Which of the following philosophical beliefs explains the federal government's comparatively limited role in welfare and health policies?
a. a commitment to egalitarianism
b. a commitment to rugged individualism
c. a commitment to communitarianism
d. a commitment to social safety nets
Question -3-Why did Congress enact a new program in 1998 directed at improving teacher quality in primary and elementary education?
a. Education interest groups and teachers' unions pressured Congress into taking action.
b. Congress recognized the link between quality of primary and elementary education and college success.
c. This program was a response to the failure of previous federal policies.
d. The federal government had to step in after states cut their education funding.
Question -4-Which of the following is one of the main arguments of those who oppose federal policies promoting marriage?
a. Married people are not any happier, healthier, or wealthier than their unmarried peers.
b. Finding good-paying jobs for people is a better solution than promoting marriage.
c. Same-sex marriage is outlawed, so the law does not provide equal protection.
d. Domestic violence occurs more frequently in married than in unmarried households.
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