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what is a key way in which social problems differ from individual problems?
social problems typically only have one solution, whereas individual problems usually have many.
social problems affect large numbers of people, whereas individual problems do not.
social problems are unsolvable, whereas individual problems are easily solved.
social problems are experienced in the workplace, whereas individual problems are experienced at home.
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Explanation:

• Analyze Option 1: Social problems often have multiple solutions (e.g., poverty can be addressed via policy, education, job programs), so this is incorrect.
• Analyze Option 2: Social problems (like unemployment, racism) impact large groups, while individual problems are personal (e.g., a personal debt). This matches the definition of social vs. individual problems.
• Analyze Option 3: Social problems are solvable (e.g., public health initiatives solved smallpox), so this is wrong.
• Analyze Option 4: Social problems can occur at home (e.g., family poverty) and individual problems can occur at work (e.g., personal work - related stress), so this is incorrect.

Answer:

B. Social problems affect large numbers of people, whereas individual problems do not.