When compared with elderly populations of the past, persons entering their senior years between 2015 and 2030 will have:
A) Fewer chronic diseases but more acute illnesses
B) Greater support from their children and spouses
C) Better education and greater wealth
D) Fewer needs for hospital or nursing home care
C
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The baby boomer cohort attained higher levels of education and economic status than past generations. They have, however, fewer children and the same (or greater) burdens of chronic disease and needs for health care as their parents did.
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