Although Official Estimates Show That Relatively Few Elderly People Live

question 23

Multiple Choice

Although official estimates show that relatively few elderly people live in poverty, these statistics may be misleading because:

• A) they do not consider the large number of elderly people who go hungry.
• B) they do not consider the large number of elderly people who live alone.
• C) they do not consider the vast gender, race, and marital status differences of older adults.
• D) they do not consider the high cost of rent.

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Definitions:

Fraud

The intentional deception or misrepresentation made by one party to another, resulting in harm or loss.

Shareholders

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Outside Directors

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