Question

In a low-income household in the developed world, more than 30% of a woman’s income typically goes toward __________.
A.
transportation costs
B.
child care
C.
clothing and incidentals
D.
the repayment of educational loans

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

B

Child care—among low-income households in developed countries, child-care expenses often consume a large share of a woman’s earnings (commonly exceeding 30%).