According to Sociologist Daniel Rossides, which of the following statements is true about people in the upper-middle class?
A. They account for approximately 30 to 35 percent of the total population.
B. They participate extensively in politics and take leadership roles in voluntary associations.
C. They include a disproportionate number of Blacks, Hispanics, and single mothers with dependent children.
D. They include less affluent professionals, owners of small businesses, and a sizable number of clerical workers.
Answer: B
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