What conclusion does sociologist Steinberg reach when he critiques a "culture of poverty" explanation?
A) The culture of poverty is the result of poverty, not the cause of poverty.
B) The culture of poverty causes groups to lag behind or get ahead precisely because of their cultural values.
C) The culture of poverty is the cause of continuing and persistent poverty for Aboriginal people.
D) Poverty is all about culture-some cultures simply lack an adequate work ethic.

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Steinberg concludes that the culture of poverty is the result of poverty, not the cause of poverty. He argues that poverty is the root cause of the cultural traits associated with it, such as a lack of education, job skills, and social networks, and that blaming individuals for their poverty is unfair and unproductive.

What Conclusion Does Sociologist Steinberg Reach When He Critiques a "Culture