Which statement is true regarding poverty in Texas?
A) Texas has a lower rate of poverty than the rest of the United States.
B) In Texas, the poverty rate among children is much lower than in the rest of the United States.
C) In Texas, the rate of poverty is equal among all ethnic groups.
D) In Texas, the poverty rate among children is much higher than in the rest of the United States.
E) Poverty in Texas closely mirrors the rest of the nation.

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Texas has a higher poverty rate among children than the rest of the United States. According to Census Bureau data from 2019, the poverty rate for children in Texas was 20.3%, compared to the national average of 17.2%.

Which Statement Is True Regarding Poverty in Texas