Though there used to be a widespread belief that "we are all middle class," that adage has eroded. In recent years, many Americans have experienced downward mobility. What is the best explanation for this shift?
A) changing definitions of social class
B) shifts in the country's racial composition
C) a declining work ethic
D) the 2008 economic recession

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The 2008 economic recession resulted in widespread job loss, home foreclosures, and reduced economic opportunities for many Americans, leading to a decrease in overall social mobility and a decline in middle-class status for many individuals and families.

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