Which one of the following is NOT a policy the American government could choose to adopt that would help decrease persistent poverty?
A) provide quality child care for free or at a low cost
B) provide free postsecondary education
C) maintain the minimum wage at its current rate
D) increasing the EITC program

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Maintaining the minimum wage at its current rate would not directly help decrease persistent poverty as it does not increase the income of those who are already living in poverty. Instead, policies such as providing free postsecondary education and increasing the EITC program would directly increase the income and economic opportunities for those living in poverty. Additionally, providing quality child care for free or at a low cost would enable low-income parents to work and earn a living, further decreasing persistent poverty.

Which One of the Following Is NOT a Policy the American