Which of the Following Best Explains Why the Net Flow

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why the net flow of illegal immigrants to the United States has been close to zero (particularly from 2009-2011) ?

• A) Increases in Mexican birth rates have made migration more costly.
• B) Economic growth in Mexico exceeded U.S.growth from 2009-2011.
• C) Immigration reform has reclassified many illegal immigrants as legal immigrants.
• D) Dramatic cuts in social services to illegal immigrants has led many to return to their country of origin.

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