Fewer Than Three Percent of Families Are Poor for Eight

question 77

True/False

Fewer than three percent of families are poor for eight or more years.

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Definitions:

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal glands to release cortisol and other hormones.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones regulating important bodily functions.

Hyperthyroidism

A condition characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, leading to a rapid metabolism.

Hypothyroidism

A condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, leading to a slow metabolism.