Which of the following groups has experienced the greatest decrease in poverty rates since 1959?
A)the elderly
B)children
C)people 18 to 64 years old
D)women
E)none of the above (i.e., all of these groups have had higher poverty rates)

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The elderly have experienced the greatest decrease in poverty rates since 1959. In 1959, the poverty rate for those 65 and older was 35.2%, but by 2018, it had declined to 9.7%. This is likely due to programs such as Social Security and Medicare that provide a safety net for seniors.

Which of the Following Groups Has Experienced the Greatest Decrease