Even Though There Is No Clear-Cut Time at Which Gerontologists

question 3

Multiple Choice

Even though there is no clear-cut time at which gerontologists all agree one joins the oldest old, with increases in longevity, the term is most commonly referring to people age and over.

• A) 75
• B) 80
• C) 85
• D) 90

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Definitions:

Joseph McCarthy

A U.S. Senator known for his anti-Communist activities in the early 1950s, leading to a period of heightened fears and political repression known as McCarthyism.

Anticommunist Crusade

Political and social movements, especially during the Cold War, aimed at combatting and eradicating communist ideologies and influences.

Federal Government

The national government of the United States, which is responsible for areas like defense, foreign policy, and interstate commerce, distinct from state or local governments.

Loyalty Review System

A system implemented, especially during the Cold War in the United States, to assess the loyalty of government employees and others to the country.