Asked by BRANDI PRINCE on May 12, 2024
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The poverty rate for blacks is _____________ the poverty rate for non-Hispanic whites.
A) almost three times
B) about 50% more than
C) slightly higher than
D) a little lower than
E) about half
Poverty Rate
The proportion of the population living below the poverty line, indicating the level of economic deprivation in a society.
- Learn about the impact of gender and race on poverty.
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CarlosJessica MelendezMay 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, as of 2020, the poverty rate for blacks was almost three times higher than the poverty rate for non-Hispanic whites.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the impact of gender and race on poverty.