Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning self-sufficiency and the American family?

A) Few families-past or present-have been entirely self-sufficient.
B) Most families in the past were entirely self-sufficient.
C) Middle class families tend to prosper because they are self-sufficient.
D) Only the poorest families tend to need help from the government.

Self-Sufficiency

The ability of an individual or group to meet their own needs without external assistance.

American Family

The family unit in the United States, characterized by a variety of structures and dynamics, influenced by cultural, social, and economic factors.

Middle Class

A social group between the upper and working classes, including professionals and businesspeople, characterized by moderate to comfortable economic security.