Choose the statement that indicates the longevity of Americans is increasing.

A. One in seven individuals, or almost 15% of the population, is 65 or older.
B. The number of people older than 80 years old is expected to increase by 1 million from 2010 to 2020.
C. The American culture is changing, placing a higher value on the aged population.
D. The incidence of Alzheimer disease is decreasing annually.
E. The pharmaceutical industry is developing flu vaccines.


Answer: A

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