Question

If a family falls below _____, they are considered to be living in poverty.

a. $30,000
b. $19,000
c. the minimum wage
d. the poverty threshold

Answer 1

D. the poverty threshold. This differs based on geography (certain areas of the country are more expensive to live in than others) and family size.

Answer 2

d. the poverty threshold.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the United States, the poverty threshold (the minimum level of income possible around the country) is calculated every year considering the total cost a basic services and goods, like food, house, bills...

So, being below the poverty threshold means that basic need cannot be cover, which is an poor economical state, that's why option d is the answer.