Each year the federal poverty level is stated as an amount based on family size. Which of the following is true for this amount?

A. It has increased over the years to keep up with inflation (cost of living).
B. It includes the majority of families that are financially insecure.
C. It does not consider the cost of living differences based on geographic location.
D. It applies to the approximately 44% of American children living in low-income families.


Answer: C

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