Which of these statements about economic inequality is true?
A) The gap between the income of Whites and the income of Blacks and Hispanics has persisted over time.
B) The median income of Blacks and Hispanics has remained very flat since the 1950s.
C) Although still unequal, per capita income for Whites, Blacks, and Hispanics has been growing at the same rate since 1967.
D) There are few data on the relative incomes of Whites and members of minority groups.

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Numerous studies have found that the income gap between Whites and Blacks and Hispanics has persisted over time. While progress has been made in narrowing the gap, significant disparities still exist. Option B is incorrect as median income for Blacks and Hispanics did increase at a faster rate than Whites in the 1960s, but has been relatively flat since then. Option C is incorrect as studies have found that income growth has not been equal across races/ethnicities. Option D is incorrect as there is ample data on income disparities between different racial and ethnic groups.

Which of These Statements About Economic Inequality Is True