What Demographic Change in the United States Will Cause Government

question 96

Multiple Choice

What demographic change in the United States will cause government spending to increase in the next 50 years?

• A) The population older than 65 will grow.
• B) The population will be younger.
• C) Women will have fewer children.
• D) Immigration will increase.

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