Which are reasons for the increase in poverty rates over recent years? Select all that apply.

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The increase in poverty rates over recent years may be attributed to declining wages, loss of jobs that offer security and carry benefits, and increase in temporary and part-time employment, erosion of the true value of the minimum wage, a decline in manufacturing jobs in favor of lower paying service jobs, globalization and outsourcing, and a decline in public service. As wages drop, the potential to secure adequate housing wanes. This does not mean that homelessness is a cause of poverty. Actually, it is poverty that is known to cause homelessness.

Which Are Reasons for the Increase in Poverty Rates Over