Which of the Following Statements About Rural Populations in Comparison

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about rural populations in comparison with urban populations is correct?

• A) Rural communities have a higher-than-average number of residents between 6 and 17 years of age.
• B) Rural areas have a lower proportion of residents over 65 years of age.
• C) Adults in rural areas are less likely to be, or to have been, married.
• D) Adults in rural areas have more years of formal education.

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