Question

Which of the following accurately describes inequality in the U.S.?(1 point) Responses There is a median income gap between men and women, but not between different ethnicities. There is a median income gap between men and women, but not between different ethnicities. The median rural income is less than the median urban income. The median rural income is less than the median urban income. The U.S. is the most unequal country in the world. The U.S. is the most unequal country in the world. There is greater equality in the U.S. than in most European countries.

Answer 1

The statement that accurately describes inequality in the U.S. is: "The median rural income is less than the median urban income."

The other statements have inaccuracies or subjective generalizations. For instance:

• There is indeed a median income gap between men and women, but there are also notable income disparities among different ethnicities.
• The U.S. is typically ranked among the more unequal developed nations, but it is not necessarily the most unequal country in the world.
• Generally, there is greater income inequality in the U.S. compared to many European countries, which often have stronger social safety nets and more progressive taxation systems.