Which of the Following Would Be True for a County

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be true for a county to be defined as having persistent poverty?

A) At least 10% of the population has been in poverty for at least the last 10 years.
B) At least 10% of the population has been in poverty for at least the last 20 years.
C) At least 20% of the population has been in poverty for at least the last 20 years.
D) At least 20% of the population has been in poverty for at least the last 30 years.