Which of the following were reasons for the decline of illegal immigration in the 1990s?
A)Mexico's improving economy
B)The Illegal Immigration Reform and Responsibility Act of 1996
C)Increased enforcement of immigration laws
D)all of the above
E)none of the above

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Mexico's improving economy provided more job opportunities for its citizens and reduced their motivation for illegal immigration. The Illegal Immigration Reform and Responsibility Act of 1996 included measures such as stricter enforcement of immigration laws, increased penalties for employers who hired undocumented workers, and limitations on public services for undocumented immigrants. These policies deterred illegal immigration. Additionally, there was an increase in enforcement of immigration laws overall, including increased border patrols and deportation of individuals living in the United States illegally, which also contributed to the decline in illegal immigration in the 1990s.

Which of the Following Were Reasons for the Decline of Illegal