How many people in the United States live in poverty?
A)19 million
B)29 million
C)39 million
D)49 million
E)59 million

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According to the US Census Bureau's 2019 report, around 34 million people in the US live in poverty. However, due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is estimated that this number has increased to around 49 million. Therefore, choice D (49 million) is the closest approximation.

How Many People in the United States Live in Poverty