The Elderly Are Vulnerable Not Only to Crime, but Also

question 21

Multiple Choice

The elderly are vulnerable not only to crime, but also to scams. The best advice to give an elderly person in avoiding scams is to:

• A) travel with a group.
• B) hang up when a timesharing agent calls.
• C) lock windows at night.
• D) consider getting a pet for protection.

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