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jjjetplane

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Which group makes up the largest group of older adults?
 
  young-old
  old-old
  oldest-old
  centenarians

Question 2

What distinguishes the old-old from the young-old?
 
  years of age
  details of living arrangements
  degree of positive or negative attitude
  reductions in physical or mental ability


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mcarey591

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

young-old

Answer to Question 2

reductions in physical or mental ability


jjjetplane

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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