Census: Federal Relief Programs Kept People Out Of Poverty In 2020

The video discusses a report from the Census Bureau highlighting the effects of government relief during the pandemic. It shows that the poverty rate dropped to just over 9% with government aid, while the actual rate without aid rose to 11.4%. Despite government intervention, American households earned nearly 3% less, averaging about $68,000. Additionally, the number of people in full-time, year-round jobs decreased by almost 14 million.

What was the primary reason for the record low poverty rate last year?

• Massive government relief

• Higher wages

• Increased employment opportunities

• Lower cost of living

How does the poverty rate change when government aid is not considered?

• It remains the same

• It becomes negative

• It decreases

• It increases

What was the average household income last year?

• $72,000

• $65,000

• $68,000

• $70,000

By how much did the number of full-time, year-round jobs decrease?

• 10 million

• 16 million

• 12 million

• 14 million

What percentage did American households earn less last year?

• 3%

• 2%

• 4%

• 1%