Choose the Statement That Indicates the Longevity of Americans Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

Choose the statement that indicates the longevity of Americans is increasing.

• A)The incidence of Alzheimer disease is decreasing annually.
• B)The American culture is changing, placing a higher value on the aged population.
• C)The pharmaceutical industry is developing flu vaccines.
• D)The number of people older than 80 years old is expected to increase by 1 million from 2010 to 2020.
• E)One in seven individuals, or almost 15% of the population, is 65 or older.

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Definitions:

Extraversion

A characteristic of being sociable, energetic, and having a liking for engaging with others.

Behavioral Traits

Observable and measurable behaviors that are often consistent and unique to an individual.

Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character, influencing patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior.

Consistent

Showing steady conformity to a standard, pattern, or expectation without significant variation.