Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding older Americans?

A. The number of older people who are ill or dependent will rise as the older population increases as a proportion of the total population.
B. Health care is the largest expense for older adults.
C. About 10 percent of elderly people live below the poverty line.
D. Most older Americans do not have any chronic diseases.


D. Most older Americans do not have any chronic diseases.

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