Which of these is TRUE of Matthew Desmond's study of eviction?

A. Landlords lose substantial income when they rent to poor renters.
B. Women of color are most likely to be evicted.
C. People who are evicted tend to spend only about 25% of their income on housing before their eviction.
D. Most poor families receive public assistance but fail to manage it well.


Answer: B

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