Which of the Following Groups Has Experienced the Greatest Decrease

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following groups has experienced the greatest decrease in poverty rates since 1959?

• A)the elderly
• B)children
• C)people 18 to 64 years old
• D)women
• E)none of the above (i.e., all of these groups have had higher poverty rates)

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Definitions:

Anal Sphincter

A circular muscle that surrounds the anus, controlling the passage of feces out of the body through the anal opening.

Salivary Glands

Glands located in the mouth that produce saliva, aiding in digestion and keeping the mouth moist.

Gallbladder

An organ that stores bile produced by the liver, releasing it into the small intestine to aid in digestion.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, where most chemical digestion takes place.