People 65 years old and older constituted about 9 percent of the U.S. population in 1960. In 2017, this percentage was around

A) the same as in 1960.
B) 15 percent.
C) 21 percent.
D) 5 percent.

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People 65 years old and older constituted about 9 percent of the U.S. population in 1960. In 2017, this percentage was aroundA) the same as in 1960.B) 15 percent.C) 21 percent.D) 5 percent.

Devin Quick · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  In 2017, people 65 years old and older constituted about 15 percent of the U.S. population, reflecting an increase from the 9 percent in 1960 due to factors like improved healthcare and lower birth rates.

People 65 years old and older constituted about 9 percent of the U.S. population in 1960. In 2017, this percentage was around

A) the same as in 1960.
B) 15 percent.
C) 21 percent.
D) 5 percent.

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