Why Is It Feared That Poverty Is Likely to Worsen

Why is it feared that poverty is likely to worsen in Texas in coming years?

A) If educational levels do not improve, opportunities for jobs will become limited.
B) The recent repeal of minimum wage requirements will set off a rapid increase in poverty.
C) Many corporations have threatened to leave Texas if taxes are increased, resulting in a loss of jobs.
D) Texas has more federal government employees than any other state that is under threat of layoffs.
E) Texas has experienced increasing migration of poor from other states.