Which of the following is NOT a myth regarding old age?
A. Aging into one's 60-90s does not necessarily mean one will become senile or experience dementia.
B. Most old people are lonely and isolated from their families due to death of friends and uncaring children and grandchildren.
C. Most old people are in poor physical and psychological health because they begin to have sedentary lifestyles.
D. Old people are more likely than younger people to be victimized by crime due to their relatively vulnerability.
Answer: A
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