The poverty rate in 2014 for African Americans age 65 and older was 19 percent, about double the rate of all older Americans,
A. and up significantly from the poverty rate in 1965.
B. and about the same as the poverty rate in 1965.
C. but down significantly from the poverty rate in 1965.
D. and much higher among African American men than women.

Question

The poverty rate in 2014 for African Americans age 65 and older was 19 percent, about double the rate of all older Americans,
A. and up significantly from the poverty rate in 1965.
B. and about the same as the poverty rate in 1965.
C. but down significantly from the poverty rate in 1965.
D. and much higher among African American men than women.

Accepted Answer

***C*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Economic Developments and Inequality⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹The poverty rate for African Americans age 65 and older decreased from 1965 to 2014, reflecting broader economic changes and the impact of civil rights legislation and social welfare programs like Medicare and Social Security.⚹◊What historical factors contributed to the economic disparity between African Americans and all older Americans in 2014?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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