All of the Following Statements About Latino Americans Are True

question 35

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about Latino Americans are true EXCEPT that

• A)they are the fastest-growing minority in the United States.
• B)they have made major political gains in terms of electing local officials,particularly in the southwestern states.
• C)Hispanics are healthier and have a longer life expectancy than would be expected from their education and income levels.
• D)their average annual income is relatively close to the national average.
• E)they are one of the nation's oldest ethnic groups.

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