Question

name two measures to determine the extent of poverty??​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Poverty is measured in the United States by comparing a person's or family's income to a set poverty threshold or minimum amount of income needed to cover basic needs. ... To do so, it uses two main measures, the official poverty measure and the Supplemental Poverty Measure, both of which are described

Answer 2

Answer:

Answer:.

Measures of Poverty

Absolute poverty – income below a certain threshold necessary to meet basic necessities of life (food, shelter, clothing, rent)

Relative poverty – Individuals receiving income a certain level (e.g. 50%) below the median income of the general population.