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Mr.Thesaxman

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There are several categories of elderly people, due in part to the fact that old people in our society are living longer. People age 85 and older fall into the category of the
 
  a. young-old.
  b. middle-old.
  c. old-old.
  d. older than old.

Question 2

Up until the 20th century, the United States was a youthful nation. What has changed that situation?
 
  a. The nation is now more than 200 years old.
  b. A falling birthrate combined with greater longevity.
  c. Immigration is mostly among people age 50 or older.
  d. The birthrate is rising thanks to modern technology.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: c. old-old.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b. A falling birthrate combined with greater longevity.





 

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