In 2012, the Poorest 20 Percent of Households in the United

question 81

Multiple Choice

In 2012, the poorest 20 percent of households in the United States received approximately __________ of the total income pie.

• A) ​3 percent
• B) ​9 percent
• C) ​12 percent
• D) ​17 percent

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