Which of the following statements best describes caring for one's aging parents?
A. It is increasingly likely that many midlife adults will need to meet the needs of their aging parents.
B. The older population is decreasing so midlife adults are less likely to provide care for aging parents.
C. Midlife adults are not confronted with caring for aging parents because they are still likely to have children athome.
D. Aging parents are entirely self-sufficient and do not need care as they age.
Answer: A
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