In 2010,how Many People Fell Below the Poverty in the United

question 27

Multiple Choice

In 2010,how many people fell below the poverty in the United States?

• A)About 4.5% or 13 million people
• B)About 8.5% or 25 million people
• C)About 15.1% or 46 million people
• D)Fewer people than in the year 2008

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Definitions:

Negative Tariff

Generally not a recognized economic term, suggesting a reverse scenario where a government pays subsidies on certain imports rather than applying charges. NO.

Tax

A compulsory financial charge or some other type of levy imposed upon a taxpayer by a governmental organization in order to fund various public expenditures.

Imports

Goods and services brought into a country from abroad for sale.

Tariff

A tax imposed on imported goods, typically aimed at protecting domestic industries or raising government revenue.