In 2009, What Is the Official Poverty Rate for a Family

question 76

Multiple Choice

In 2009, what is the official poverty rate for a family of four living in a smaller rural area, as determined by LICO?

• A) approximately $7000
• B) approximately $12 000
• C) approximately $18 000
• D) approximately $23 000

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