Estrela Asks, "Why Are There So Many Older People in the United

question 165

Multiple Choice

Estrela asks, "Why are there so many older people in the United States?" When answering Estrela, a developmentalist should mention that:

• A) "Life expectancy has risen."
• B) "The baby boomers are leaving later life."
• C) "Fertility rates are rising."
• D) "Minorities now live just as long as whites."

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Definitions:

Nontrade Receivables

Nontrade receivables are amounts owed to a company that are not related to the sale of goods or services, such as loans and advances given.

Advances to Subsidiary

Funds provided by a parent company to its subsidiary as an intra-company loan or for investment purposes.

Compensating Balance

A minimum account balance that a borrower must maintain as a condition for borrowing from a bank.

Short-Term Borrowings

Loans or debt obligations that are due for repayment within one year.