Question 1

When Jay and Emilie got married, both at the age of 25, they had a fun conversation about how long their marriage would last. "Well, if we both live long enough," Emilie said, "we'll get to celebrate our fiftieth wedding anniversary!" Emilie is speculating about their ____ when she factors the length of their lives into this conversation.​

Accepted Answer

Emilie is speculating about the duration of their marriage, which is related to their longevity or how long they are expected to live. Therefore, the best choice for this scenario is longevity (choice C). Choice A (average life duration) would refer to the average length of life in a particular population, while choice B (probabilistic age at death) would refer to the probability of an individual reaching a certain age based on different factors. Choice D (useful life expectancies) typically refers to the number of years a person can expect to live in good health, without disability or major illnesses. None of these options are as closely related to the scenario described as choice C (longevity).

Question 2

Elijah asks his doctor how long he can plan to live without any major medical problems or impairments. Elijah is asking about _____ life expectancy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Elijah asks his doctor how long he...

Question 3

Dr. Nebinger is discussing population trends and their changes with her students. "As you can see looking at these graphics," she says, "in _____ the population of the United States looked most like a pyramid."​

Accepted Answer

In 1950, the United States population had a high fertility rate and a significant number of young people, leading to a pyramid-shaped population structure.

Question 4

As a demographer, Sherwood would be most interested in studying​

Accepted Answer

As a demographer, Sherwood would be most interested in studying how the number of young people in a population has changed over the past 50 years. Demography is the study of human populations, including their size, composition, and distribution, and how they change over time. The number of young people in a population is a vital factor in understanding population dynamics and making predictions about the future.

Question 5

The rates at which elderly populations are growing differs by ethnicity. Which group has the LOWEST rate of growth for its elderly population?

Accepted Answer

European Americans have the lowest rate of growth for their elderly population compared to Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Latinos, due to lower birth rates and immigration rates among this group.

Question 6

What is the primary reason there have been rapid increases in the number of older adults internationally?​

Accepted Answer

Improved health care standards have led to increased life expectancy, resulting in a larger population of older adults.

Question 7

According to your text, the impact of social class on longevity results PRIMARILY from

Accepted Answer

The text states that the impact of social class on longevity primarily results from different access to goods and services, especially medical care. This implies that individuals in lower social classes may not have the same opportunities for preventative and therapeutic medical care as those in higher social classes, leading to differences in health outcomes and ultimately longevity. The other options are either not mentioned or are secondary factors to the primary influence of access to medical care.

Question 8

Currently, the average life expectancy for women in the United States of America is 81 years. This means that

Accepted Answer

Life expectancy is a statistical measure of the average time an organism is expected to live, based on the year of its birth, its current age, and other demographic factors including gender. Saying the average life expectancy is 81 years does not imply that half of all women will live exactly to 81, nor does it speak to the health conditions they will experience up to that age, the maximum age women can live to, or the age of the oldest living woman. It means that, statistically, half of the women are expected to die before 81 and half after, making it the average age of death.

Question 9

In which ethnic group(s) do older women outnumber older men in the United States?​

Accepted Answer

This trend of older women outnumbering older men is observed across all major ethnic groups in the United States, reflecting broader demographic patterns of female longevity.

Question 10

Jesse is earning his Master's degree, and he is interested in having a career in which he will study population trends. Jesse is preparing for a career as a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A demographer studies population trends, such as birth and death rates, migration patterns, and demographic characteristics. Psychometricians develop and administer psychological tests, statisticians analyze and interpret data, and ethnographers study the cultural practices of a particular group.

Question 11

Christopher suffers from an illness that has rendered him unable to care for himself, to hold a job, or to live independently. He is only 32 years of age. Reevis is a 70-year-old college professor who has considered retirement but thinks that it is still three or four years away. Which of the following statements is the MOST accurate regarding these two gentlemen?

Accepted Answer

Longevity refers to the length of a person's life, while life expectancy refers to the average length of time a person is expected to live based on their age, gender, and other demographic factors. Maximum life expectancy refers to the greatest age a person can possibly live to. Useful life expectancy refers to the length of time a person is able to live independently, care for themselves, and participate in society. Given Christopher's illness, it is likely that his useful life expectancy is shorter than Reevis', despite the fact that Reevis is much older than Christopher.

Question 12

Why is it that population pyramids for developed nations in particular have changed so drastically over the last 60 years and will continue to do so over the next several decades?

Accepted Answer

The increase in life expectancy due to medical advancements and improved living conditions has resulted in a larger proportion of older individuals in the population pyramid of developed nations. This trend is expected to continue as healthcare and living conditions continue to improve.

Question 13

Since 2010, the rate of growth of older adults in ____ is the highest in the industrialized world.​

Accepted Answer

Japan has the highest rate of growth of older adults among industrialized nations, due to its high life expectancy and low birth rate.

Question 14

By the year 2030, it is estimated that approximately ____ percent of older adults in the United States will have earned a college degree.

Accepted Answer

According to a report by the Lumina Foundation, it is estimated that by 2030, around 75 percent of older adults (age 25-64) in the United States will have earned a college degree.

Question 15

The most rapidly growing segment of the United States population is the group of people

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the fastest-growing age group in the population is people aged 85 and older. This group is projected to increase from 6.7 million in 2020 to 19 million by 2060, a growth rate of 176 percent.

Question 16

By the year 2040, China expects to have over ______ people over the age of 60 living in that country.

Accepted Answer

By the year 2040, China expects to have over 300 million people over the age of 60 living in the country, reflecting the significant aging of its population due to low birth rates and increasing life expectancy.

Question 17

The number of years a person can expect to live is his or her _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The number of years a person can...

Question 18

Currently, the average life expectancy in the United States of America is _____ for women and ____ for men.

Accepted Answer

As of my last update, the average life expectancy in the United States was approximately 81.0 years for women and 76.2 years for men. These figures can vary slightly depending on the source, but they generally reflect the trend that women tend to live longer than men.

Question 19

In the United States, the number of older adults will place enormous pressure on pension systems such as

Accepted Answer

The increase in the number of older adults will have a significant impact on Social Security, as more people will be eligible for the program and fewer workers will be available to pay into it. This will place pressure on the system and may require changes to be made to ensure its sustainability in the future. While healthcare, nursing homes, and hospitals may also be affected by the aging population, they are not directly tied to the pension system.

Question 20

A graphic technique that is used to illustrate population trends by showing the relative sizes of different age groups is called a ____.

Accepted Answer

A population pyramid is a type of graph that shows the proportion of males and females in different age groups of a population. It is commonly used to analyze demographic trends and can provide insights into issues related to population growth, mortality rates, and social and economic development. Other types of graphs, such as histograms, frequency distributions, and segmented bar graphs, do not provide the same level of detailed information about age groups within a population.

Quiz 14: The Personal Context of Later Life: Physical, Cognitive, and Mental Health Issues.

Elijah asks his doctor how long he can plan to live without any major medical problems or impairments. Elijah is asking about _____ life expectancy.

Dr. Nebinger is discussing population trends and their changes with her students. "As you can see looking at these graphics," she says, "in _____ the population of the United States looked most like a pyramid."

As a demographer, Sherwood would be most interested in studying

The rates at which elderly populations are growing differs by ethnicity. Which group has the LOWEST rate of growth for its elderly population?

What is the primary reason there have been rapid increases in the number of older adults internationally?

According to your text, the impact of social class on longevity results PRIMARILY from

Currently, the average life expectancy for women in the United States of America is 81 years. This means that

In which ethnic group(s) do older women outnumber older men in the United States?

Jesse is earning his Master's degree, and he is interested in having a career in which he will study population trends. Jesse is preparing for a career as a(n) ____.

Why is it that population pyramids for developed nations in particular have changed so drastically over the last 60 years and will continue to do so over the next several decades?

Since 2010, the rate of growth of older adults in ____ is the highest in the industrialized world.

By the year 2030, it is estimated that approximately ____ percent of older adults in the United States will have earned a college degree.

The most rapidly growing segment of the United States population is the group of people

By the year 2040, China expects to have over ______ people over the age of 60 living in that country.

The number of years a person can expect to live is his or her _____.

Currently, the average life expectancy in the United States of America is _ for women and for men.

In the United States, the number of older adults will place enormous pressure on pension systems such as

A graphic technique that is used to illustrate population trends by showing the relative sizes of different age groups is called a ____.

Quiz 14: The Personal Context of Later Life: Physical, Cognitive, and Mental Health Issues.

Elijah asks his doctor how long he can plan to live without any major medical problems or impairments. Elijah is asking about _____ life expectancy.

Dr. Nebinger is discussing population trends and their changes with her students. "As you can see looking at these graphics," she says, "in _____ the population of the United States looked most like a pyramid."​

As a demographer, Sherwood would be most interested in studying​

The rates at which elderly populations are growing differs by ethnicity. Which group has the LOWEST rate of growth for its elderly population?

What is the primary reason there have been rapid increases in the number of older adults internationally?​

According to your text, the impact of social class on longevity results PRIMARILY from

Currently, the average life expectancy for women in the United States of America is 81 years. This means that

In which ethnic group(s) do older women outnumber older men in the United States?​

Jesse is earning his Master's degree, and he is interested in having a career in which he will study population trends. Jesse is preparing for a career as a(n) ____.

Why is it that population pyramids for developed nations in particular have changed so drastically over the last 60 years and will continue to do so over the next several decades?

Since 2010, the rate of growth of older adults in ____ is the highest in the industrialized world.​

By the year 2030, it is estimated that approximately ____ percent of older adults in the United States will have earned a college degree.

The most rapidly growing segment of the United States population is the group of people

By the year 2040, China expects to have over ______ people over the age of 60 living in that country.

The number of years a person can expect to live is his or her _____.

Currently, the average life expectancy in the United States of America is _____ for women and ____ for men.

In the United States, the number of older adults will place enormous pressure on pension systems such as

A graphic technique that is used to illustrate population trends by showing the relative sizes of different age groups is called a ____.

Dr. Nebinger is discussing population trends and their changes with her students. "As you can see looking at these graphics," she says, "in _____ the population of the United States looked most like a pyramid."

As a demographer, Sherwood would be most interested in studying

What is the primary reason there have been rapid increases in the number of older adults internationally?

In which ethnic group(s) do older women outnumber older men in the United States?

Since 2010, the rate of growth of older adults in ____ is the highest in the industrialized world.

Currently, the average life expectancy in the United States of America is _ for women and for men.