Which of the following is true regarding global demographic trends in aging?
A) The percentage of older people in the world population will dramatically
increase over the next few decades.
B) The number of younger people will decrease.
C) More people age 65 and older will have to continue working in developed
countries to make ends meet. D) all of the above
Gingko biloba and other supplements have been shown to improve memory
function.
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We reach our maximum size, strength, and stamina at about age 25.
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In developed countries, the number of older adults is expected to grow by more
than this percentage in the coming decades.
A) 20
B) 25 C) 40 D) 50
Divided attention refers to our ability to determine how much attention should
be directed at specific stimuli and when to shift our focus to other stimuli.
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The outermost layer of the skin is called the melanin.
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Normal aging is associated with only mild declines in executive function.
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The United Nations classifies someone as an older person when they reach this
age.
A) 55
B) 60
C) 65 D) 70
After age 75, we generally consume fewer calories and lose weight.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The poverty rate for older noncitizens in the United States is approximately
twice that of older U.S.born Americans.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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