Redistribution programs are means-tested.To qualify for such a program,a person must demonstrate that:
A) his or her family is larger than the mean family size for the country as a whole.
B) his or her average (or mean)family income has fallen (or not gone up)during the past 3 years.
C) though unemployed,he or she is making serious efforts to get a job.
D) his or her income (or means)is below a certain specified level.

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Means-tested programs are designed to provide assistance to individuals and families whose income and resources are below a certain threshold. Therefore, the correct answer is D, which states that a person must demonstrate that their income or means is below a specified level in order to qualify for the program. Choices A, B, and C do not accurately reflect the requirements for means-tested programs.

Redistribution Programs Are Means-Tested