In the U.S., the poverty rate for senior citizens

A) is lower than the national average
B) is equal to the national average
C) is slightly higher than the national average
D) is much higher than the national average


Answer: A

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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