Question

In 2003, the top 20 percent, or wealthiest fifth, of U.S. households earned _____.

less than the bottom four fifths combined
less than the bottom three fifths combined
more than the bottom four fifths combined
about the same as the bottom four fifths combined

Answer 1

the correct answer is: about the same as the bottom four fifths combined.

Answer 2

Answer:

about the same as the bottom four fifths combined

Explanation:

THe top 20 percent in 2003 earned roughly the same amount that the other 80% combined in the United States of america, this speaks volumes about the great dispair that exists between the higher classes and the lower classes when it comes to household earnings.