The Dependency Ratio for Children Has ______ Since 1960, and the Dependency

question 11

Multiple Choice

The dependency ratio for children has ______ since 1960, and the dependency ratio for older adults has ______.

• A) increased, increased
• B) increased, decreased
• C) decreased, increased
• D) decreased, decreased

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