In 2011, about what share of the U.S.population was officially counted as poor?
A) 1.5 percent
B) 15 percent
C) 35 percent
D) 55 percent

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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2011, 15 percent of the U.S. population (approximately 46.2 million people) were officially counted as living in poverty, which was defined as having an income below the federal poverty threshold.

In 2011, About What Share of the U