Question

what is the difference between migration and immigration in reference to the u.s.? migration is movement within the u.s.; immigration is movement to the u.s. migration is movement to the u.s.; immigration is movement within the u.s. all movement is considered immigration; migration is a misnomer.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the definitions: Migration can refer to movement within a country (internal migration) or across borders, but in the US context, internal migration is movement within the US. Immigration specifically refers to movement into the US from another country. So the first option correctly states migration (internal) is within the US and immigration is to the US. The second option swaps the definitions, and the third is incorrect as migration is a valid term.

Answer:

A. Migration is movement within the U.S.; immigration is movement to the U.S.