Question

which of the following defines what is meant by a “permanent resident”? a. a citizen of the united states who chooses to live in another country b. a non - citizen of the united states who has applied for u.s. citizenship c. a non - citizen who is lawfully permitted to live permanently in the united states d. a non - citizen who is permitted multiple re - entries into the united states for limited periods

Explanation:

A permanent - resident is a non - citizen who has the legal right to live permanently in a country. In the context of the U.S., it refers to a non - citizen who is lawfully permitted to live permanently in the United States. Option A is about a U.S. citizen living abroad, option B is about a non - citizen in the process of applying for citizenship, and option D is about a non - citizen with multiple short - term re - entry rights.

Answer:

C. a non - citizen who is lawfully permitted to live permanently in the United States