Which of the following is an accurate comparison of the current immigration policies of the U.S. and Canada?(1 point) Responses Neither country allows immigrants from Asia. Neither country allows immigrants from Asia. Both countries focus on employment as a key path for migration. Both countries focus on employment as a key path for migration. Canada accepts fewer refugees than the U.S. Canada accepts fewer refugees than the U.S. The U.S. has a larger percent of the population that is foreign-born
Both countries focus on employment as a key path for migration.
The correct answer is: The U.S. has a larger percent of the population that is foreign-born.
To determine the correct response, we should analyze each statement.
1. "Neither country allows immigrants from Asia": This statement is not accurate. Both the U.S. and Canada have immigration policies that permit individuals from Asia to immigrate. Therefore, we can eliminate this option.
2. "Both countries focus on employment as a key path for migration": This statement is partly accurate. Both the U.S. and Canada have programs that prioritize employment as a key factor for immigration. However, the extent to which they focus on employment may differ. It is worth noting that Canada's points-based system emphasizes factors like education, skills, work experience, and language proficiency, while the U.S. has various employment-based visa categories. Nonetheless, this is a closer comparison compared to the previous option.
3. "Canada accepts fewer refugees than the U.S.": This statement is not accurate. In recent years, Canada has accepted more refugees than the United States, both on an absolute and per capita basis. This statement can be eliminated.
4. "The U.S. has a larger percent of the population that is foreign-born": This statement is accurate. As of 2020, the United States has a larger percentage of its population that is foreign-born compared to Canada. Therefore, this is the correct option.
In conclusion, the accurate comparison between the current immigration policies of the U.S. and Canada is that "The U.S. has a larger percent of the population that is foreign-born."