The Oldest-Old Subgroup

question 40

Multiple Choice

The oldest-old subgroup:

• A) is the slowest growing segment of the U.S. population.
• B) has about as much education as younger groups.
• C) has the same income as younger groups.
• D) is the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population.

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Definitions:

Archae

A domain of single-celled microorganisms that are genetically distinct from bacteria and eukaryotes, often living in extreme environments.

Protists

Eukaryotic organisms that are not animals, plants, or fungi, often found in moist or aquatic environments.

Folic Acid

A B-vitamin essential for red blood cell formation and for healthy cell growth and function.

Vitamin B12

An essential nutrient that helps keep the body's nerve and blood cells healthy and helps make DNA, the genetic material in all cells; also known as cobalamin.