Mateo graduated high school and got a job working at a local discount store. He could not afford to go to college, but he tries to take classes at the community college when he can. His job includes shiftwork, which means that his schedule changes a lot. He was promoted to manager, but that meant a very small increase in wages and he still has no benefits. It is hard to save because if he gets sick he loses his wages and can’t afford medical care. How typical is Mateo’s story of those living in poverty? A. Very typical as most people who are poor work without much hope of advancement. B. Most jobs provide employees with benefits and paid time off, so this is unusual. C. Not very. Mateo clearly has opportunities but a bit of bad luck from time to time. D. Mateo’s issues must be unique to the city he lives in since these issues are not common.
