Question

What was the global poverty rate in 2015?

• A. 5%
• B. 10%
• C. 16%
• D. 20%

Answer 1

The correct option is B 10%

There has been a substantial reduction in global poverty. Globally, the poverty rate fell to 10% in 2015 from 36% in 1990. China and Southeast Asian countries experienced substantial poverty reduction. Rapid commercial growth and significant investments in human resource development enabled such poverty reduction.