Demographers Predict That the Number of People in the U

question 16

Multiple Choice

Demographers predict that the number of people in the U.S.aged 65 and over will __________ by 2030.

• A)almost double
• B)be significantly less than the number of children under 18 years old
• C)increase at the same rate as the rate for developing countries
• D)increase at the same rate as the rate for developed countries
• E)stay the same as today

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Definitions:

Self-Talk

The internal dialogue that consists of the thoughts and beliefs an individual has about themselves and their experiences.

Irrational Belief Systems

Deeply held but unreasonable convictions or assumptions that can lead to emotional and behavioral issues.

Anticipatory Beliefs

Expectations or predictions about the future that can influence an individual's behaviors and emotions.

Permission-Giving Beliefs

Thoughts or attitudes that justify or rationalize certain behaviors that might otherwise be considered unacceptable or harmful.