Which structural factor drove undocumented immigration after the Hart-Cellar Immigration Act of 1965?
A) businesses in the United States requiring laborers
B) criminals fleeing Mexico to hide in the United States
C) universal healthcare
D) lower taxes for high income earners

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After the Hart-Cellar Immigration Act of 1965, there was an increase in demand for low-skilled labor in the United States, particularly in industries such as agriculture, construction, and hospitality. This demand for labor, combined with limited legal channels for low-skilled workers to immigrate, led to an increase in undocumented immigration.

Which Structural Factor Drove Undocumented Immigration After the Hart-Cellar Immigration