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Demographic Characteristics of Sample
| Variable | M (SD) or % |
|---|---|
| Mean Age | |
| Years | 33.8 (6.9) |
| Ethnicity | |
| African American | 53.8% |
| European American | 33.9% |
| Hispanic American | 8.5% |
| Other Biracial | 3.8% |
| Marital Status | |
| Never married | 40.1% |
| Married | 19.8% |
| Livingwith partner | 12.7% |
| No longer married | 27.4% |
| Education | |
| Highest grade completed | 11.7 (2.1) |
| Did not graduate from high school | 42.3% |
| Total Family Income | |
| $1,000s including public assistance | 21.31 (10.1) |
| Family history of receiving public assistance | 95.3% |
