Social Policy

Question 1

7176✔ 79

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79

Question 2

Life expectancies in the United States have gradually over time.

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increased; Selection 1: increased; Selection 2: 79

Question 3

Based upon the data in this chart, which issue is most likely to be faced by policy makers?

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handling rising benefit costs for senior citizens receiving Social Security

Question 4

According to President Johnson, what was the purpose of Medicare?

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to help senior citizens with low incomes to pay for medical care

Question 5

2.0%✔ 4.0% 6.0%

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4.0%; Selection 1: 4.0%; Selection 2: 1985 and 1995

Question 6

According to the graph, government spending on Medicare and Medicaid has:

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risen greatly.

Question 7

growing✔ shrinking staying constant

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shrinking; Selection 1: shrinking; Selection 2: 2.0

Question 8

If the prediction in this graph comes true, what challenge will it pose to Social Security programs?

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More spending will be needed, but less funding will be received.

Question 9

1975 and 1985✔ 1985 and 1995 1995 and 2005

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1985 and 1995

Question 10

4.0 3.0✔ 2.0

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2.0

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