From the following choices, the age group most likely to use prescription medications is .
A) infants and young children
B) children and adolescents
C) middle-aged adults
D) older adults

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Older adults are more likely to have chronic health conditions, which require the use of prescription medications to manage. They also tend to have a higher prevalence of multiple chronic conditions, leading to increased use of medication. Infants and young children typically only use prescription medication under the guidance of a healthcare provider and children and adolescents generally have fewer health conditions requiring medication use. Middle-aged adults may require medication, but not to the same extent as older adults.

From the Following Choices, the Age Group Most Likely to Use