Figure 20-2 ​

question 19

Multiple Choice

Figure 20-2
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-Refer to Figure 20-2. Which of the following is consistent with the data reported in the figure?

• A)The male poverty rate is higher for all age groups than the female poverty rate.
• B)The disparity between male and female poverty decreases with age.
• C)The female poverty rate increases with age.
• D)The female poverty rate is higher for all age groups than the male poverty rate.

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