All of the following make it difficult to define “old age” precisely EXCEPT
a. retirement is no longer a life-course transition in the U.S.
b. people age differently due to the many influences on aging.
c. different cohorts enter later life with different life experiences and attitudes.
d. medical science has improved longevity and health of older people.
ANSWER: a
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What is a likely outcome from seniors consisting of one-third of the voting populace?
a. More encompassing Medicare coverage b. Better funded public schools c. Larger ethnic-cultural centers d. Higher taxes for the middle class
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b. cannabis. c. amphetamines. d. opium.
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A) Altruism: they would do anything for their spouses. B) Companionship: they have a great friendship with their spouse. C) Economic and other forms of support: they would be less well-off if they were single. D) Passion: they would be miserable without their partners.