Until the 1960s, Public Policy for Older Americans Lagged Behind

question 50

Multiple Choice

Until the 1960s, public policy for older Americans lagged behind other countries because:

• A) our current older population is so small.
• B) families have traditionally cared for their older relatives.
• C) our culture places a high value on independence and self-reliance.
• D) our older population has not needed assistance until recently.

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