Which law of 1938 set up a wide welfare system, including pensions and free hospital care?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Social Security Act
- Step 1: The first Labour government passed it in 1938. Step 2. Compare that with each option: only one matches. Answer: The Social Security Act. Why not the others: The other acts deal with other things.
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