In the chapter's framework, 'socially produced inequalities' differ from 'natural inequalities' in that they:
AAre written into the law and so cannot be changed without amendment
BAffect only the disabled and other physically distinct populations
CEmerge from unequal opportunity or exploitation by some groups of others
DDisappear automatically once the country attains industrial development
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Emerge from unequal opportunity or exploitation by some groups of others
§3.2 says socially produced inequalities flow from unequal opportunity and exploitation, whereas natural inequalities flow from individual abilities. The chapter notes even 'natural' inequalities are now softening with technology.
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