Which of the following groups is most vulnerable to recent income distribution trends in the United States
A) Makers of high-end sports cars
B) Large discount chains
C) Pharmaceutical firms
D) Conventional retailers offering medium-priced goods
E) Expensive and exclusive restaurants

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Recent income distribution trends in the US have resulted in a shrinking middle class, with more income going to the top 1% and less to the middle-income earners. This means that conventional retailers offering medium-priced goods are most vulnerable as the shrinking middle class has less disposable income to spend on their goods. The other options are less affected as the wealthy (who are not affected by income distribution trends) are their primary market.

Which of the Following Groups Is Most Vulnerable to Recent