The size of the older population in the United States will increase
Dramatically in the early decades of the 21ˢᵗ century.By the year 2050,
There will be an estimated __________ people age 65 and older,as
Compared with 39.6 million in 2009.
A) 50 million
B) 60 million
C) 70 million
D) 88.5 million

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According to the given information, the older population in the US will increase dramatically in the early decades of the 21st century, and by the year 2050, there will be an estimated 88.5 million people age 65 and older, as compared with 39.6 million in 2009. Therefore, option D) is the correct choice.

The Size of the Older Population in the United States