The "silver tsunami" expected into the middle of the 21st century is primarily due to
a. the aging of the "baby boom" generation.
b. medical advances increasing the number of older and frail adults.
c. immigration of young families resulting in a younger population.
d. divorce and remarriage resulting in more children and a younger population.
Answer: a.
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What will be an ideal response?
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