Which of the following statements is true regarding women living in poverty?

A. About half of all women living in poverty in the United States are in transition.
B. The death of a husband does not impact a women's poverty status.
C. About half of all women living in poverty in the United States are employed at least part-time.
D. The other half tend to be economically independent from friends or the welfare system.


Answer: C

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