Inequality and the gap between rich and poor have been steadily growing in the United States.The richest 20 percent has __________ of the total income,while the poorest 20 percent has __________ of the total income.
A)50 percent; 3 percent
B)3 percent; 50 percent
C)25 percent; 25 percent
D)30 percent; 30 percent
E)20 percent; 20 percent

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According to the statement, the richest 20 percent has the highest percentage of total income, which is 50 percent, and the poorest 20 percent has the lowest percentage of 3 percent. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. The other options either have the same percentage or the opposite percentage of what is mentioned in the statement.

Inequality and the Gap Between Rich and Poor Have Been