Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About the Diversity

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate statement about the diversity of the American population?

• A) African Americans represent the largest non-white segment of the population.
• B) More than 20 percent of the people living in the United States were born in another country.
• C) By 2050, the Asian population is estimated to remain at 4.7 percent.
• D) By 2060, Hispanics are estimated to be 28 percent of the population.
• E) The United States has become more of a "melting pot" than a "salad bowl."

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