The poverty level standard changes with the size of the family and the cost of living.For 2008, individuals who made just over $_______ and families of four who made just over $_______were eligible for means-tested assistance.

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According to the question, the poverty level standard changes with the size of the family and the cost of living. Therefore, it is important to look for the poverty guidelines for the specific family size. For 2008, the poverty guideline for a family of four was $21,200 and for an individual was $10,400. "Just over" these amounts would make individuals who made just over $10,000 and families of four who made just over $21,000 eligible for means-tested assistance. Choice C matches these values.

The Poverty Level Standard Changes with the Size of the Family