Which statement about unemployment in less developed countries (LDCs) is INCORRECT?

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Youth unemployment rates are double those of individuals older than 24 years.Rural unemployment is twice as high as that found in urban regions.Globally, there are fewer unemployed women compared to men, yet women have a higher unemployment rate.Those without jobs tend to have relatively high levels of education.

Explanation

A. Youth unemployment is indeed twice as high as for people over 24. B. Unemployment in rural areas is approximately double that in urban areas. C. This statement is false: although fewer women are unemployed in absolute numbers, their unemployment rate is higher than men's worldwide. D. The unemployed population generally possesses a relatively good educational background.