Multiple choice What does Chris realize about the Standard of living in India? It is better than in America Even people with jobs live in poverty India is one of the richest countries in the World The person with his old job makes more than he did Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation A common observation in studies of modernizing economies like India is that employment does not automatically guarantee a middle-class lifestyle, as many workers remain in poverty due to low wages and high costs.