Question 1

The new international division of labor theory has changed the pattern of geographic specialization between countries,whereby high-income countries have now become dependent on low-income countries for labor.

Accepted Answer

The new international division of labor theory suggests that high-income countries have become dependent on low-income countries for labor, changing the pattern of geographic specialization between countries. This is a widely accepted theory in economics.

Question 2

After______________,the terms "First World," "Second World," and "Third World" were introduced by social scientists.

Accepted Answer

The terms "First World," "Second World," and "Third World" were introduced by social scientists after World War II to categorize countries based on their political and economic systems.

Question 3

Nations with industrializing economies,particularly in urban areas,and with moderate levels of national and personal income,are referred to as:

Accepted Answer

These countries are referred to as middle-income countries, as they are not classified as low-income or high-income countries, but rather have moderate levels of income and are typically in the midst of industrialization and urbanization processes. Choices A, B, and D are not accurate descriptors of these types of countries.

Question 4

Buyer-driven commodity chains is the term used to describe industries in which transnational corporations play a central part in controlling the production process.Industries that produce automobiles,computers,and other capital- and technology-intensive products are examples.

Accepted Answer

Buyer-driven commodity chains refer to industries where large retailers, marketers, and branded manufacturers play a central role, typically in labor-intensive consumer goods like apparel, rather than capital- and technology-intensive products like automobiles and computers.

Question 5

Most high-income countries can be found in______________.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Bank, most high-income countries are located in Europe and North America, with some exceptions such as Australia, Japan, and Qatar. Central and South America, Africa, and Asia have fewer high-income countries in comparison.

Question 6

One of the primary problems encountered by social scientists studying______________and social and economic inequality is with determining what terminology should be used to refer to the distribution of resources in various nations.

Accepted Answer

Global stratification is the most appropriate term to use when referring to the unequal distribution of resources across nations. This term acknowledges that inequalities exist not only within individual countries but also across national borders. Other choices do not accurately capture the scope of the issue.

Question 7

The______________was introduced by social analysts to distinguish among nations on the basis of their levels of economic development and the standard of living of their citizens.

Accepted Answer

The three worlds approach was introduced by social analysts to distinguish among nations on the basis of their levels of economic development and the standard of living of their citizens. The three worlds referred to are the First World (developed countries), the Second World (socialist and communist countries), and the Third World (developing countries). This approach was widely used during the Cold War era.

Question 8

______________ are nations characterized by highly industrialized economies;technologically advanced industrial,administrative,and service occupations;and relatively high levels of national and per capita (per person)income.

Accepted Answer

High-income countries are characterized by highly industrialized economies and advanced technological occupations, with relatively high levels of national and per capita income. This includes countries such as the United States, Japan, and Germany.

Question 9

The unequal distribution of wealth,power,and prestige on a worldwide basis,resulting in people having vastly different lifestyles and life chances both within and among the nations of the world,is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

The term "global stratification" refers to the unequal distribution of resources, power, and prestige on a worldwide basis, resulting in varying standards of living and opportunities both within and among nations. This concept is often used in sociological and economic analyses of poverty, inequality, and development. Choices B, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of this phenomenon.

Question 10

Low-income countries are primarily______________with little industrialization and low levels of national and personal income.

Accepted Answer

Low-income countries are characterized by a high reliance on agriculture and other forms of primary sector activities, indicating agrarian-based economies. These economies are primarily dependent on farming or other agricultural activities and have limited industrialization, resulting in low levels of personal and national income.

Question 11

By 2010,the wealthiest 20 percent of the world population had almost______________times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is C because the wealthiest 20 percent of the world population had almost 150 times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

Question 12

In 1960,the wealthiest 20 percent of the world's population had more than______________times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In 1960,the wealthiest 20 percent of the...

Question 13

Rich,industrialized nations that primarily had capitalist economic systems and democratic political systems are referred to as:

Accepted Answer

First world nations were historically the wealthy, capitalist, democratic nations.

Question 14

Most low-income countries in Africa and South America are core nations that are dependent on peripheral nations for capital,have little or no industrialization,and have uneven patterns of urbanization.

Accepted Answer

Most low-income countries in Africa and South America are peripheral nations that are dependent on core nations for capital. They also have limited industrialization and often have limited urbanization or uneven patterns of urbanization.

Question 15

CARE International assists the world's poor in their effort to achieve social and economic well­ being.Its work reaches 25 million people in fifty-three nations in Africa,Asia,Latin America,and Eastern Europe.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately describes CARE International's mission and reach.

Question 16

The idea of______________has become the primary means used in attempts to reduce social and economic inequalities and alleviate the worst effects of poverty in the less industrialized nations of the world.

Accepted Answer

Development is the process of improving the economic and social well-being of people, often through initiatives such as infrastructure projects, education, and technology transfer. It is seen as the primary means for reducing poverty and promoting economic growth in less industrialized nations. Foreign aid, socialism, and international intervention can all be factors in development, but development itself is the overarching concept that encompasses these efforts.

Question 17

The 2008 U.S.financial crisis led to a(n)______________that spread from high-income economies to lower-income economies.The economic slowdown particularly harmed countries located in the sub-Saharan Africa.

Accepted Answer

The term "global economic recession" accurately describes the impact of the 2008 U.S. financial crisis, as it affected economies worldwide. It was not a depression or a shift in the economy, and "economic downturn" is too vague to accurately capture the severity and scope of the crisis. Additionally, sub-Saharan Africa was particularly vulnerable to the effects of the recession due to their reliance on exports and foreign investment.

Question 18

The income gap between the richest and the poorest 20 percent of the world population:

Accepted Answer

The income gap between the richest and the poorest 20 percent of the world population continues to widen, with the richest 1 percent holding almost half of the world's wealth. Despite some progress in reducing poverty, inequality remains a significant challenge globally.

Question 19

According to the World Health Organization,infectious diseases are far from under control in many nations due to such factors as unsanitary or overcrowded living conditions.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, infectious diseases are far from under control in many nations due to factors such as unsanitary or overcrowded living conditions.

Question 20

The most frequently noted______________nations were the United States,Canada,Japan,Great Britain,Australia,and New Zealand.

Accepted Answer

The terms "first world," "second world," and "third world" were originally used during the Cold War to describe countries aligned with the United States and NATO (first world), the Soviet Union and its allies (second world), and unaligned or non-aligned countries (third world). Australia and New Zealand were considered part of the first world alliance with the United States, along with Canada, Japan, and Great Britain. The term "fourth world" is used to describe indigenous or marginalized populations, and is not relevant to this context.

Quiz 9: Global Stratification

The new international division of labor theory has changed the pattern of geographic specialization between countries,whereby high-income countries have now become dependent on low-income countries for labor.

After______________,the terms "First World," "Second World," and "Third World" were introduced by social scientists.

Nations with industrializing economies,particularly in urban areas,and with moderate levels of national and personal income,are referred to as:

Buyer-driven commodity chains is the term used to describe industries in which transnational corporations play a central part in controlling the production process.Industries that produce automobiles,computers,and other capital- and technology-intensive products are examples.

Most high-income countries can be found in______________.

One of the primary problems encountered by social scientists studying______________and social and economic inequality is with determining what terminology should be used to refer to the distribution of resources in various nations.

The______________was introduced by social analysts to distinguish among nations on the basis of their levels of economic development and the standard of living of their citizens.

______________ are nations characterized by highly industrialized economies;technologically advanced industrial,administrative,and service occupations;and relatively high levels of national and per capita (per person) income.

The unequal distribution of wealth,power,and prestige on a worldwide basis,resulting in people having vastly different lifestyles and life chances both within and among the nations of the world,is referred to as:

Low-income countries are primarily______________with little industrialization and low levels of national and personal income.

By 2010,the wealthiest 20 percent of the world population had almost______________times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

In 1960,the wealthiest 20 percent of the world's population had more than______________times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

Rich,industrialized nations that primarily had capitalist economic systems and democratic political systems are referred to as:

Most low-income countries in Africa and South America are core nations that are dependent on peripheral nations for capital,have little or no industrialization,and have uneven patterns of urbanization.

CARE International assists the world's poor in their effort to achieve social and economic well being.Its work reaches 25 million people in fifty-three nations in Africa,Asia,Latin America,and Eastern Europe.

The idea of______________has become the primary means used in attempts to reduce social and economic inequalities and alleviate the worst effects of poverty in the less industrialized nations of the world.

The 2008 U.S.financial crisis led to a(n) ______________that spread from high-income economies to lower-income economies.The economic slowdown particularly harmed countries located in the sub-Saharan Africa.

The income gap between the richest and the poorest 20 percent of the world population:

According to the World Health Organization,infectious diseases are far from under control in many nations due to such factors as unsanitary or overcrowded living conditions.

The most frequently noted______________nations were the United States,Canada,Japan,Great Britain,Australia,and New Zealand.

Quiz 9: Global Stratification

The new international division of labor theory has changed the pattern of geographic specialization between countries,whereby high-income countries have now become dependent on low-income countries for labor.

After______________,the terms "First World," "Second World," and "Third World" were introduced by social scientists.

Nations with industrializing economies,particularly in urban areas,and with moderate levels of national and personal income,are referred to as:

Buyer-driven commodity chains is the term used to describe industries in which transnational corporations play a central part in controlling the production process.Industries that produce automobiles,computers,and other capital- and technology-intensive products are examples.

Most high-income countries can be found in______________.

One of the primary problems encountered by social scientists studying______________and social and economic inequality is with determining what terminology should be used to refer to the distribution of resources in various nations.

The______________was introduced by social analysts to distinguish among nations on the basis of their levels of economic development and the standard of living of their citizens.

______________ are nations characterized by highly industrialized economies;technologically advanced industrial,administrative,and service occupations;and relatively high levels of national and per capita (per person) income.

The unequal distribution of wealth,power,and prestige on a worldwide basis,resulting in people having vastly different lifestyles and life chances both within and among the nations of the world,is referred to as:

Low-income countries are primarily______________with little industrialization and low levels of national and personal income.

By 2010,the wealthiest 20 percent of the world population had almost______________times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

In 1960,the wealthiest 20 percent of the world's population had more than______________times the income of the poorest 20 percent.

Rich,industrialized nations that primarily had capitalist economic systems and democratic political systems are referred to as:

Most low-income countries in Africa and South America are core nations that are dependent on peripheral nations for capital,have little or no industrialization,and have uneven patterns of urbanization.

CARE International assists the world's poor in their effort to achieve social and economic well­ being.Its work reaches 25 million people in fifty-three nations in Africa,Asia,Latin America,and Eastern Europe.

The idea of______________has become the primary means used in attempts to reduce social and economic inequalities and alleviate the worst effects of poverty in the less industrialized nations of the world.

The 2008 U.S.financial crisis led to a(n) ______________that spread from high-income economies to lower-income economies.The economic slowdown particularly harmed countries located in the sub-Saharan Africa.

The income gap between the richest and the poorest 20 percent of the world population:

According to the World Health Organization,infectious diseases are far from under control in many nations due to such factors as unsanitary or overcrowded living conditions.

The most frequently noted______________nations were the United States,Canada,Japan,Great Britain,Australia,and New Zealand.

CARE International assists the world's poor in their effort to achieve social and economic well being.Its work reaches 25 million people in fifty-three nations in Africa,Asia,Latin America,and Eastern Europe.