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Unit6 Social Welfare

Unit 6 Test Review

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What are entitlement program? provide examples. Entitlement programs are gov't benefits that certain qualified individuals are entitled to by law, regardless of need. The most important examples of entitlement programs at the federal level in the United States would include Social Security, Medicare, a
What are means-tested programs? provide examples. Gov't programs that are available only to individuals who qualify for them based on specific needs. For example, food stamps, public housing, Medicaid, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families are means-tested aid programs that provide benefits only to
Describe trends in wealth and income in America.
What determines the poverty line? Is this a reliable measure? Why or why not?
Describe trends in poverty in America.
Describe the different trends in poverty in America
Describe the different types of taxes.
What is social security? Describe how it works. Social Security Social insurance that provides economic assistance to persons faced with unemployment, disability, or old age. It is financed by taxes on employers and employees.
What are arguments for and against social security?
Why are politicians reluctant to reform Social Security? Those who do not support cuts are taunted as being unrealistic and weak. Politicians who want to protect the program can expect much less campaign funding from business groups and ridicule from the media.
Why are Americans less likely to support social welfare programs? They think it represents “generous” welfare programs that reward the “undeserving poor”.
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