The largest growing population of individuals over 65 years in both the United States and Canada is
A) 65 to 70 years
B) 70 to 79 years
C) 80 to 84 years
D) 85 years and older
Ans: D
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In 2002, the number of people 65 to 74 years was eight times larger than in 1900, the number of people 75 to 84 years was more than 16 times larger, and the number of people 85 years or older was 38 times larger.
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