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tnt_battle

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Why is the poverty rate for people 65 and over relatively low?
 
  a. Few elderly are mentally ill.
  b. The elderly population is increasing.
  c. The elderly population is decreasing.
  d. Government programs have reduced poverty.

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Why is death associated with old age more than in the past?
 
  a. Modern scientific understanding allows us to understand when death occurs.
  b. Most major religious groups associate death with old age.
  c. Medical technology has advanced life expectancy.
  d. Political movements have contributed to this association.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: d. Government programs have reduced poverty.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c. Medical technology has advanced life expectancy.


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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