From 1999 to 2000,16.1 percent of Americans moved,and more than half moved to places within the same county.According to your textbook,why do people go to the trouble of moving,when they basically remain in the same place?
A)They are in search of better career opportunities.
B)They are looking for more diverse communities.
C)Their jobs require them to move.
D)They want to be closer to their parents or children.
E)They want to improve their housing.

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The text states that more than half of Americans who moved during the time period cited moved to places within the same county. Therefore, it is unlikely that they were moving for career opportunities or diverse communities. There is no mention of job requirements or family relationships as reasons for the move. However, the text does mention that people may move to improve their housing situation, which is the only reason mentioned that is likely to apply to a significant number of people who moved within the same county.