Asked by rachel Anderson on May 16, 2024
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The Medicare program, enacted in 1965, provided insurance against medical and hospital bills for __________________.
A) Vietnam veterans
B) ethnic minorities
C) the elderly
D) welfare recipients
Medicare Program
A federal health insurance program in the United States for people aged 65 and older, as well as for younger individuals with certain disabilities.
Insurance
A financial product that provides protection against the risk of financial losses, covering areas like health, property, and life.
- Examine the impact of laws enacted under the Kennedy and Johnson administrations regarding civil rights and immigration.
Verified Answer
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Kayla IslasMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Medicare was specifically created to provide insurance against medical and hospital bills for individuals aged 65 and older.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the impact of laws enacted under the Kennedy and Johnson administrations regarding civil rights and immigration.