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Lower class

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Cultural Sensitivity

The term can be seen as negative or offensive, so be cautious in its use.

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She avoids mentioning 'lower class' in conversations to not offend anyone.
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Context Matters

Use when discussing socio-economic issues, otherwise choose more neutral terms.

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In sociology, we discussed the challenges the lower class faces.
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Not Always Financial

'Lower class' may also imply less access to education or healthcare, not just income.

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Lower class areas often have underfunded schools.
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