Since the early 1970s, welfare benefits have declined,

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The statement mentions that welfare benefits have declined since the early 1970s, and then goes on to say that the percentage of children living with only one parent has increased. This suggests that there may be a correlation between the decline in welfare benefits and the increase in single-parent households. Choice C correctly reflects this correlation. Choices A and B are incorrect because they suggest that the decline in welfare benefits is due to the success of other programs (negative income tax or private charities), without any evidence to support this claim. Choice D is also incorrect, as it contradicts the statement that the percentage of children living with only one parent has increased.

Since the Early 1970s, Welfare Benefits Have Declined