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What societal issue is often associated with higher levels of vertical inequality?

  1. Higher rates of criminality.
  2. Lower rates of societal participation.
  3. Decreased public health outcomes.

    AAll

    Bii only

    Ci, ii

    Di only

    Answer:

    D. i only

    Read Explanation:

    • The millennium development goals (MDGs) are concerned with the number of individuals liv ing in poverty in the world as a whole.

    • Thirdly, there is evidence that a more equal economy grows faster.

    • Hence, reduction of vertical inequality becomes an economic objective.


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