SwedenVälfärdssamhället 19 · The welfare state
What is an a-kassa?
In the exam (Swedish)
Vad är en a-kassa?
- aAn authority that gives all unemployed people a homeEn myndighet som ger alla arbetslösa en bostad
- bA bank that gives loans to studentsEn bank som ger lån till studenter
- cA voluntary fund that pays benefits if you become unemployedEn frivillig kassa som ger ersättning vid arbetslöshetCorrect answer
- dA fee that everyone must pay to the municipalityEn avgift som alla måste betala till kommunen
Why?
The a-kassa (unemployment insurance fund) is part of the unemployment insurance, and membership is voluntary. A member who has worked enough can get benefits that depend on their previous salary.
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