Question: Which of the following can be inferred about the relationship between economic policies and social inequalities from the passage? (2023)

Options:

1. Economic policies have no impact on social inequalities.
2. Economic policies can exacerbate social inequalities if not designed inclusively.
3. All economic policies inherently reduce social inequalities.
4. Social inequalities are independent of economic policies.

Correct Answer: Economic policies can exacerbate social inequalities if not designed inclusively.

Exam Year: 2023

Solution:

The passage suggests that economic policies must be inclusive to prevent the widening of social inequalities.