According to William Julius Wilson, the urban poor who exist outside of the functioning economic system are the:
A) True minority
B) Trapped poor
C) Underclass
D) Urban lower class

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William Julius Wilson coined the term "underclass" to describe the urban poor who are trapped in persistent poverty and disconnected from the mainstream economy. The term is used to distinguish them from the working poor who, despite low wages and economic struggles, are still able to participate in the formal economy. Option A, "True minority," is not an accurate term for this group as it does not capture their economic situation. Option B, "Trapped poor," is a close term but not as commonly used as "underclass." Option D, "Urban lower class," is too general and does not capture the specific economic and social struggles of this group.

According to William Julius Wilson, the Urban Poor Who Exist