Which of the following developments has caused recent controversy between richer and poorer members of the European Union?

A.
the use of the euro+

B.
the cost of caring for refugees

C.
the decline in the fertility rate

D.
the use of nuclear energy

Why is Europe’s aging population an economic issue?

A.
Older people are not retiring and letting younger people enter the workforce.

B.
There are now more retired people than working people in many countries.++

C.
Many people have retired, leaving fewer people working and earning wages.

D.
Older people demand more goods and services than countries can provide.

Which of the following do the British and German economies have in common? Select all that apply.

A.
high wages due to investment in human capital+

B.
a strong government role in a mixed economy

C.
coastline for ports of entry and trade+

D.
strong entrepreneurship helping a strong economy+

E.
recent expansion into engineering and technical fields