Which of the Following Is Most Accurate Regarding Poverty If

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most accurate regarding poverty if a child is under age 10?

• A) They are less likely to be poor because teens make up most of youth poverty.
• B) They have the same chance of being poor because all age groups are equally likely to be poor.
• C) They are more likely to be poor because children in this age group are most likely to be poor.
• D) They are less likely to be poor because the elderly are most likely to be poor.

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