Which of the following statements accurately describes the contemporary African American community?
A. Poverty rates are ten times that of Whites.
B. Life expectancy is 20 years shorter than that of Whites.
C. Infant mortality rates are half those of Whites, Asian Americans, and Latinos/as.
D. Men have the highest rate of unemployment among ethnic minorities.
Answer: D
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).