Question

what is meant by the term \double divide\ in relation to global income inequality?
both the number of poor people and the number of wealthy people are shrinking
the world is divided between developed and developing nations based on geography alone
income inequalities are significant between countries and are also increasing within most countries
there are two types of governments causing poverty: democratic and authoritarian
2 multiple choice 1 point
what does it mean when we say the rural - urban wealth gap remains large?
urban areas have fewer job opportunities than rural areas
people in urban areas tend to have significantly more wealth and resources than those in rural areas
wealth is evenly distributed between cities and the countryside
rural and urban areas have equal access to public services and infrastructure
3 multiple choice 1 point
what are some observed benefit of societies with smaller wealth gaps?
greater government spending on military and defense
increased job turnover and labor market instability
better mental and physical health, educational performance, and lower levels of violence
higher consumer debt and increased competition

Explanation:

Question 1

To determine the meaning of "double divide" in global income inequality:

• Option 1: Shrinking poor and wealthy numbers doesn't relate to a "divide" in inequality.
• Option 2: The double divide isn't just about developed/developing based on geography.
• Option 3: "Double divide" refers to inequality between countries (inter - country) and within countries (intra - country), which matches this option.
• Option 4: Government types causing poverty is not related to the double divide concept.

For the rural - urban wealth gap:

• Option 1: Urban areas typically have more job opportunities, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: A large rural - urban wealth gap means urban areas have more wealth/resources than rural areas, which fits the definition of a gap.
• Option 3: A large gap means wealth is not evenly distributed, so this is wrong.
• Option 4: A large gap would imply unequal access to services/infrastructure, not equal.

For benefits of smaller wealth gaps:

• Option 1: Military spending isn't a benefit of smaller wealth gaps.
• Option 2: Job turnover and instability are negative, not benefits.
• Option 3: Smaller wealth gaps are associated with better health, education, and less violence, which are positive societal benefits.
• Option 4: Higher debt and competition are negative, not benefits.

Answer:

C. Income inequalities are significant between countries and are also increasing within most countries

Question 2