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As of 2017, ________ of Texans identify as Hispanic or Latino, while ________ of all judges in the state identify as Hispanic.

A. 39.1 percent; 17 percent
B. 23 percent; 15 percent
C. 43.5 percent; 43.5 percent
D. 15 percent; 43.5 percent

Answer :

Final answer:

As of 2017, 39.1 percent of Texans identify as Hispanic or Latino, but only 17 percent of judges in Texas are Hispanic, indicating a disparity in representation within the state's judiciary.

Explanation:

As of 2017, 39.1 percent of Texans identify as Hispanic or Latino, while only 17 percent of all judges in the state identify as Hispanic. This reflects the demographic data that shows a significant portion of the Texas population is Hispanic, yet this population is underrepresented in judicial positions within the state. Despite the growth in the Hispanic population, which has led Texas to become a majority-minority state, the judicial representation has not aligned proportionately with the demographic makeup.