Of all Western nations, __________ has the highest percentage of extremely poor children.
A) the United States
B) Canada
C) Denmark
D) Australia

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According to a 2019 UNICEF report, the United States has the highest percentage of children living in extreme poverty (defined as living in households with incomes below half of the poverty line) among wealthy Western nations, at around 20% of all children. Canada, Denmark, and Australia have much lower rates of child poverty.

Of All Western Nations, __________ Has the Highest Percentage of Extremely