From 1970 to 2010, the poverty rate in East Asia rose slightly but the level of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa fell dramatically.

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The statement is incorrect. From 1970 to 2010, the poverty rate in East Asia fell dramatically, while the level of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa remained relatively high, although it did experience some modest declines in the early 21st century.

From 1970 to 2010, the Poverty Rate in East Asia