What does the description of the setting in paragraph 2 tell the reader about the economic conditions in the town?
The town was quite prosperous at one time, but it has since lost much of its wealth.
The town is trying to erase an image of poverty that has remained from the past.
The town's wealth is in the hands of only a few people, with the majority living in poverty.
O The town's leaders have worked to prevent its residents from being affected by poverty.
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