Which of the following is an accurate statement about the diversity of the American population?
A) African Americans represent the largest non-white segment of the population.
B) More than 40 million people living in the United States were born in another country.
C) By 2050, the Asian population is estimated to hold steady at 4.7 percent.
D) By 2050, Hispanics are estimated to be 10 percent of the population.
E) The United States has become more of a "melting pot" than a "salad bowl."

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According to the Migration Policy Institute, there were approximately 44.9 million immigrants in the United States in 2018. This accounts for roughly 13.7% of the total population. Option A is incorrect because while African Americans do make up a significant portion of the non-white population, they are not the largest. Option C is incorrect since the Asian population is projected to increase to 9.8% by 2050, making it the fastest-growing racial or ethnic group in the US. Option D is incorrect because Hispanics are projected to reach 30.2% of the population by 2050. Option E is subjective and can be debated, therefore it is not a clearly accurate statement.

Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About the Diversity