Question

Identify the incorrect statement concerning relative poverty.

1. Differences in living standards among people are irrelevant to the concept of relative poverty.
2. The concept of relative poverty is based on a comparison of an individual's or household's standard of living to the overall societal average.
3. A person experiencing relative poverty can still often afford basic necessities like food, water, and shelter.

• A. 2 only
• B. 2, 3
• C. 1 only
• D. All

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1 only

• Relative poverty inherently relies on comparisons of living standards. Its existence implies that there are noticeable differences in how people live within a society.

• Unlike absolute poverty, which focuses on survival, relative poverty focuses on social inclusion and the ability to participate in the common lifestyle of a community.

• If there were no differences in living standards, the concept of relative poverty would not apply in its current form.