Which of the following statements regarding retirement is true?
A. More people today over the age of 65 are in the workforce than there were in 1900.
B. An average worker today can look forward to approximately 15 years of retirement.
C. Most U.S. adults today are financially prepared for retirement.
D. Most adults are not psychologically prepared for retirement.
Answer: B
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