Poverty Quiz - National Center For Children In Poverity
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What percentage of children under the age of 18 live in low-income families?
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0-15%
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16-30%
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31-45%
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46-55%
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The questions below are created based on statistics published by the National Center for Children in Poverty. We would like to invite you to test your knowledge about children who live in poverty here in the United States.
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What is the federal poverty level (FPL) in 2011 for a family of two?
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$44,000
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$33,000
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$22,00
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$11,000
Correct Answer
A. $22,00Explanation
The correct answer is $22,000. The federal poverty level (FPL) is a measure used by the United States government to determine eligibility for certain assistance programs. In 2011, for a family of two, the FPL was set at $22,000. This means that if a family's income falls below this threshold, they may qualify for assistance programs aimed at helping low-income individuals and families.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements best explains the concept of the "poverty trap"?
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A situation where individuals are born into poverty and cannot escape due to lack of resources.
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A scenario where increased government aid reduces the incentive to work, perpetuating poverty.
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A condition where low income leads to low savings, low investment, and hence continued poverty.
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An economic state where inflation erodes the value of wages, pushing more people into poverty.
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A. A condition where low income leads to low savings, low investment, and hence continued poverty.Explanation
The "poverty trap" refers to a situation where individuals or communities are stuck in a cycle of poverty. Due to low income, they are unable to save money or invest in education, healthcare, or businesses that could improve their economic situation. This lack of investment leads to continued low income, thus perpetuating the cycle of poverty. This concept highlights the challenges in breaking out of poverty without external intervention or structural changes.Rate this question:
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Has the percentage of children living in low-income and poor families changed over time?
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No, it remained the same
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Yes, it decreased
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Yes, it increased
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Yes, it fluctuated
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A. Yes, it increasedExplanation
The correct answer is "Yes, it increased." This means that the percentage of children living in low-income and poor families has increased over time. This suggests that there has been a rise in the number of children living in disadvantaged economic conditions, which could have various implications for their well-being and opportunities.Rate this question:
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How do children compare to the rest of the population? Compare the percentage of all children under age 18 in low-income families to that of adults.
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44% of all children live in poor or low income families compared to 34% of adults who are 65 years or older
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33% of all children live in poor or low income families compared to 34% of adults who are 65 years or older
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25% of all children live in poor or low income families compared to 34% of adults who are 65 years or older
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A. 44% of all children live in poor or low income families compared to 34% of adults who are 65 years or olderExplanation
The correct answer states that 44% of all children live in poor or low-income families compared to 34% of adults who are 65 years or older. This means that a higher percentage of children live in poor or low-income families compared to older adults.Rate this question:
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Does the percentage of children in low-income families vary by children’s age? The highest percentage of children who live in low-income families belong to which age group?
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Under age 3
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Ages 3-5 years
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Ages 6-11 years
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Ages 12-17 years
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A. Under age 3Explanation
The correct answer is "Under age 3". This is because the question asks about the age group with the highest percentage of children who live in low-income families. Therefore, the age group with children under the age of 3 has the highest percentage of children in low-income families compared to the other age groups mentioned.Rate this question:
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Does the percentage of children in low-income families vary by race/ethnicity? Black, American Indian, and Hispanic children comprise a disproportionate share of the low-income population under age 18. Together, they represent 38 percent of all children but more than one-half (54 percent) of low-income children. They are also more than twice as likely to live in a low-income family compared to white and Asian children. However, how do these three ethnicities compare?
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There are more poor Blacks than there are poor American Indians and poor Hispanics
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There are more poor American Indians than poor Blacks or poor Hispanics
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There are more poor Hispanics than there are poor Blacks or poor American Indians
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The percentage of poor Blacks, poor American Indian and poor Hispanics is about the same
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A. The percentage of poor Blacks, poor American Indian and poor Hispanics is about the sameExplanation
The answer suggests that the percentage of poor Blacks, poor American Indian, and poor Hispanics is approximately equal. This is supported by the statement that Black, American Indian, and Hispanic children together represent 54 percent of low-income children. This implies that each ethnicity contributes a similar proportion to the low-income population, indicating that the percentage of poor individuals among these ethnicities is about the same.Rate this question:
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Is there a relationship between parent's education and low-income? Higher levels of parents’ education decrease the likelihood that a child will live in a low-income or poor family. However, what percentage of children with at least on parent who has some college or more education live in low-income families?
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85%
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65%
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30%
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A. 30%Explanation
Higher levels of parents' education have been shown to decrease the likelihood of a child living in a low-income or poor family. Therefore, it can be inferred that a lower percentage of children with at least one parent who has some college or more education would live in low-income families. The correct answer of 30% suggests that only a minority of children with educated parents are living in low-income households.Rate this question:
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Parents' Education. Children with a full-time, year-round employed parent comprise about 47 percent of the low-income population. What percentage of children live with parents who are not employed?
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29%
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73%
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88%
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95%
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A. 88%Explanation
The correct answer is 88%. This means that 88% of children live with parents who are not employed. This suggests that a large majority of children in low-income households have parents who are not working, which can have significant implications for their financial stability and overall well-being.Rate this question:
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Family Structure About one-half of children (49%) in low-income families – 15.5 million – and 37% of children in poor families – 5.8 million – live with married parents. What percentage of all children with a single parent live in low-income families?
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32%
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55%
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69%
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A. 69%Explanation
The correct answer is 69%. This means that almost 69% of children with a single parent live in low-income families. This statistic suggests that there is a higher likelihood for children in single-parent households to be living in low-income conditions.Rate this question:
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Does the percentage of children in low-income families vary by where they live? which region in the United States has the higest percentage of children who live in low-income families?
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Northeast
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Midwest
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South
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West
Correct Answer
A. SouthExplanation
The correct answer is South. The explanation for this is that the question asks about the region in the United States with the highest percentage of children living in low-income families. The South region is known to have higher poverty rates compared to other regions in the country. Therefore, it is likely to have a higher percentage of children living in low-income families compared to the other regions mentioned.Rate this question:
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Which type of area are children -who live in low-income families- more likely to live in?
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Urban areas
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Rural areas
Correct Answer
A. Rural areasExplanation
Children who live in low-income families are more likely to live in rural areas. This is because rural areas often have lower costs of living compared to urban areas, making them more affordable for families with limited financial resources. Additionally, rural areas may have fewer job opportunities and limited access to services and resources, which can contribute to higher poverty rates. Therefore, low-income families may be more likely to reside in rural areas where the cost of living is lower, even though these areas may have fewer amenities and support systems for children.Rate this question:
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Residential Instability and Home Ownership Figure 11: Residential instability and home ownership by family income, 2010 Research suggests that stable housing is important for healthy child development. Yet, relative to children living in families that are not low income, children living in low-income families are two times as likely to have moved in the past year and three times as likely to live in families that rent a home. What does this tell us about the familiy stability?
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Low income families are more stable
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Low income families are less stable
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A. Low income families are less stableExplanation
The research suggests that low-income families are less stable in terms of residential stability and home ownership. This is indicated by the fact that children living in low-income families are two times more likely to have moved in the past year and three times more likely to live in families that rent a home compared to children living in families that are not low income. This implies that low-income families face higher levels of residential instability, which can potentially impact the stability and well-being of the family unit.Rate this question:
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