The poverty line is adjusted each year to reflect:
A) changes in the cost of living.
B) changes in the size of the average family.
C) the long-term rise in the average standard of living.
D) changes in the cost of living and changes in the size of the average family.

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The poverty line is adjusted each year to reflect changes in the cost of living, typically measured by inflation, to ensure it accurately represents the minimum income needed to meet basic needs.

The Poverty Line Is Adjusted Each Year to Reflect