6. which group tends to experience poverty most often? a. middle-aged people b. white males c. racial minorities d. elderly people 7. why are savings important to economic growth? a. savings are used to invest in new businesses. b. money spent doesn't grow the economy. c. savings make american goods more attractive to foreign buyers. d. savings are in place for a "rainy day." 8. a large continuous chain of cities and suburbs is known as a a. municipality b. large city c. metropolis d. megalopolis 9. a reason to trade with other nations is that trade a. reduces demand for goods and services. b. forces consumers to buy goods and services at a higher cost. c. reduces the supply of goods and services. d. allows consumers to buy goods and services at a lower cost. 10. which of the following is a way to reduce unemployment? a. higher taxes b. training programs c. lower inflation d. reduced government spending