What Was Spain's "Sacred Experiment" in California

question 24

Multiple Choice

What was Spain's "Sacred Experiment" in California?

• A) It was a new strategy for converting Indians.
• B) It was an attempt to halt Russian incursions.
• C) It was mining for gold.
• D) It involved a military strategy to weaken the Indians.

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Poverty Rate

The proportion of a population living below the poverty line, indicating the percentage of people who cannot afford basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare.

Upper Two Quintiles

The section of a population that falls into the top 40% in terms of income or wealth distribution, often used in socio-economic analyses.

Income

The money received by an individual or entity in return for their labor, from transfers, or from investments.

Middle Three Quintiles

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