Which of These Is NOT a True Statement About Yuppies

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Multiple Choice

Which of these is NOT a true statement about yuppies?

• A) "Yuppies" was a nickname for young, urban professionals in the 1980s.
• B) Yuppies symbolized the new income stratification in America.
• C) Yuppies were known for their materialism and conspicuous consumption.
• D) Yuppies showcased the pursuit of wealth that symbolized the 1980s.
• E) Yuppies represented a large group of working Americans.

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