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RRMR

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Which of the following statements most accurately describes later maturity in the United States?
 
  a. This stage of the life course does not differ dramatically from middle age.
  b. Many people in later maturity find themselves caring for people of their own age and older individuals, especially their elderly parents.
  c. Old age is considered to begin in this stage of the life course.
  d. None of these statements accurately describes later maturity.

Question 2

The life expectancy at birth in the U.S. is
 
  a. 72.
  b. 74.
  c. 76.
  d. 78.



jgranad15

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b. Many people in later maturity find themselves caring for people of their own age and older individuals, especially their elderly parents.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d. 78.



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