Asked by Sameer Ishaq on Apr 27, 2024

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In 2017, the percentage of the total U.S. population that lived in poverty was approximately

A) 5 percent.
B) 10 percent.
C) 12 percent.
D) 20 percent.

Poverty Rate

The proportion of the population living below the national poverty line, reflecting the percentage of people with income less than the minimum level necessary to meet basic needs.

  • Analyze the impact that federal initiatives have on lowering poverty and redistributing income.
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jorge velascoApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
In 2017, the percentage of the total U.S. population that lived in poverty was approximately 12 percent, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.